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1,252 child care providers are listed in Columbus, OH
The average rate is $16/hr as of December 2023
The average experience for nearby child care providers is 5 years
Most recent reviews for child care providers in Columbus, OH
Jaida R.
5.0
Jaida was wonderful and engaging with our 3 month old son. Very dependable and always on time.
- Megan S.
Seana B.
5.0
Seana is an amazing nanny! She currently cares for our three sons (ages 7, 4, and 1) full time. She is extremely reliable and professional. She plans amazing outings for our kids to do things out in the community. Seana also plans fun, educational activities for the kids to do at home.
Seana...
- Melissa W.
Kamrie W.
5.0
Kamrie watched our 1 year old son while we were at a wedding and did a great job!!
- Kurt O.
Marilyn S.
5.0
Marilyn has cared for my 2yr old son and (newly) 5 year old daughter part time since January 2019. My kids adore her. She was also responsible for picking them up for preschool and installing their car seats. She was great with our dogs as well. So much, one wants to live with her now.
- Kimberly L.
Yafit M.
5.0
Yafit was early for our interview. She had a clean background check, great recommendation. She speaks 3 languages and has a gentle demeanor. We look forward to using her.
- Faith F.
Child care providers in Columbus, OH
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Hi! My name is Jaida. I have over 5 years of experience with children of all ages. I most recently helped two families with their infants and toddlers. I have CPR certification, my own car, can help with meal prep, and other tasks. I would love to talk more about my qualifications and any other...
Jaida can also help with: Grocery shopping, Carpooling
Recent review:
5.0
Jaida was wonderful and engaging with our 3 month old son. Very dependable and always on time.
Reviewed by Megan S.
5.0
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Hello, my name is Seana! I have worked various positions in the child care industry for over 7 years. I graduated with an Early Childhood Education degree in 2015. I thoroughly enjoy my time caring for children and love implementing fun activities, outdoor adventures, planned crafts/educational...
Seana can also help with: Travel, Light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Seana is an amazing nanny! She currently cares for our three sons (ages 7, 4, and 1) full time. She is extremely reliable and professional. She plans amazing outings for our kids to do things out in the...
Reviewed by Melissa W.
5.0
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I have experience babysitting infants, toddlers, and preschoolers! I also have 4 years of childcare experience in a Day Care setting, previous Montessori teaching experience with children ages 2-5, and worked as a Behavioral Therapist for a short period of time as well.
I'm covid vaccinated, CPR...
Recent review:
5.0
Kamrie watched our 1 year old son while we were at a wedding and did a great job!!
Reviewed by Kurt O.
Marilyn S.
Columbus, OH
$32/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate & Kind Nanny Willing To Assist In Short-term Care / Temporary Positions
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I have over 5 years of professional nanny experience, and well over a decade of babysitting experience! Willing to work with children of all ages, and comfortable providing care for children with special needs. CPR/First Aid certified, willing to assist with household duties, and owner of a reliable...
Recent review:
5.0
Marilyn has cared for my 2yr old son and (newly) 5 year old daughter part time since January 2019. My kids adore her. She was also responsible for picking them up for preschool and installing their car seats....
Reviewed by Kimberly L.
5.0
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Hi! my name is Yafit. I'm a responsible and flexible Nanny with over 9 years of childcare experience, ranging from newborns and up, as well as children with special needs. I'm dedicated and passionate about working with children, skilled at monitoring and nurturing multiple children to ensure their...
Yafit can also help with: Travel, Light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Yafit was early for our interview. She had a clean background check, great recommendation. She speaks 3 languages and has a gentle demeanor. We look forward to using her.
Reviewed by Faith F.
5.0
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Are you still looking for a babysitter? I am 22 years old . I am amazing with kids. I currently work part time at Nationwide childrens hospital. I graduated high school in 2019 and I am currently attending college at College. While at College, I will be pursuing a nursing degree specializing in...
Mackenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, Carpooling, Travel
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Hello Families! I'm 36, originally from Ohio and have just moved back from Chicago.
I've been a career nanny with about 13 years total experience, 7 years of that being full-time. I've taken care of children, from newborn babies to children 10 years of age. I would describe myself as very...
Recent review:
5.0
Vanessa is amazing! She is the first caregiver I ever introduced to my daughter. As a first-time mother in a pandemic, it was challenging for me. Vanessa has been an absolute lifesaver! She is my daughter's...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
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I am a humble and friendly lady that love to meet peoples need in what ever way they want to accomplish it. I have experience with working with people with disabilities, caring for them is one of the greatest passion I have accomplished as a caregiver. I do all it takes to meet my employers needs.
Adenike can also help with: Travel, Light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Niki is a sweet lady, she does what she knows best. She is reliable. She takes care of my husband very well. With niki helping us in my family, it was a big blessing. Try her and you will not regret
Reviewed by James W.
5.0
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I have taken care of and watched children from ages newborn to pre-teen for many years! I love kids!
Kenzie can also help with: Grocery shopping, Travel, Light cleaning, Carpooling
Recent review:
5.0
You can tell Kenzie loves kids and has experience with them. She was amazing with our 9 month old son. We look forward to having Kenzie watch him in the future!
Reviewed by Patrick-karabeth O.
5.0
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Hello! My name is Madison S. and I am 23 years old. I have held many different types of child care positions such as date nights, nannying, respite work, and special needs care. Since I was 13, child care has been my main source of work. Caring for children ages 3 months - 14 years, I have developed...
Madison can also help with: Travel, Light cleaning, Carpooling
Kara L A.
Columbus, OH
$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Passionate Educator Looking For A Family To Care For During Summer!
5.0
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I have 4 years of experience in child care. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I am a third grade teacher who is looking for after school hours about 3/4 times a week.
Kara L can also help with: Carpooling, Grocery shopping, Travel, Light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Kara is the best! She is a wonderful person and so good with our kids. I wish she could be with us all the time!
Reviewed by Samantha H.
5.0
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As a mother of a 23-year-old I am well equipped to handle kids of all ages. I've been watching kids for over 30 years and a professional nanny for the last 10. I am a kind, loving Italian mom with a big heart. I love children and treat and respect them as if they were my own. I am fully vaccinated,...
5.0
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Hello! I am looking for a family to fill my schedule while I finish school at University of Dayton. I have my associates in Early Childhood Education from Columbus State. I am working towards my psychology degree to become a child psychologist. I will need somebody who is comfortable with working...
Lydia can also help with: Light cleaning, Travel
Recent review:
5.0
We love Lydia so much! She has been our nanny for the last year and I can’t say enough good things about her. She is so amazing with my 3 year old son, even when he is being a difficult toddler, and she’s so...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
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Hello! My name is Mayuri S and I recently graduated from The Ohio State University with a BS in Neuroscience. I have a lot of experience working with children. I babysat throughout high school and have worked with children between the ages of 3-5 within the classroom as a student aide. I also have...
Recent review:
5.0
We traveled to Ohio for a wedding and needed a babysitter for our 11 month old son. I was nervous about hiring someone I had never met to watch my child but Mayuri was amazing and helped us feel very...
Reviewed by Care member
3.0
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Hi, my name is Madi! I work as a Psychiatric Technician at Riverside-Methodist Hospital. I am looking to fill my free time and earn some extra income caring for kids while I put myself through nursing school. I graduated in May 2018 from Earlham College with a bachelors degree in psychology. I have...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, Travel, Carpooling
Recent review:
5.0
Madi has been taking care of my 3 month old now that I'm back to work and we are so happy to have found her! She's been very reliable and punctual and my little one is having a great time in her care! They...
Reviewed by Kelsie S.
Child care centers in Columbus, OH
Description:
We are an early learning center located on the north side of Columbus. We offer daycare services as well as teach the children. Our teachers are well versed in child care with backgrounds in childcare...
La Petite Academy of Columbus
909 Polaris Parkway, Columbus, OH 43240
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What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn...
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Our business is a safe business where we make sure your child has fun and gets cared for even when there sick. We also provide food and snacks for your child and make sure they're learning a lot.
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CMC is an independent, nonprofit program dedicated to offering accessible, fully-implemented Montessori education and child care to families in Columbus and throughout Central Ohio. .
We are now enrolling...
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My name is Deshay Walker and I am the VERY PROUD owner of L3 Growth! An in-home childcare service ran Monday-Thursday from 7:30a to 5p & Friday(Half day) 7:30-12:30.
I provide daily schedules and a small...
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FAQs for finding child care near you in Columbus, OH
How much is child care near me in Columbus, OH?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $16.97 per hour as of December 2023. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.
How can I find child care near me in Columbus, OH?
Care.com currently has 1,131 child care providers near you in Columbus, OH. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Columbus, OH and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Columbus, OH that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a Columbus, OH child care provider?
You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Columbus, OH, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Columbus, OH and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.
What type of child care services are available near me in Columbus, OH in December, 2023?
Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.
Ratings for Columbus, OH child care providers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Child Care Providers in Columbus, OH are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 453 reviews of the 1,252 listed child care providers.