Find experienced babysitters in Columbia, MO

Hi! I’m Haleigh, and I’m a mom myself. I run a safe, caring, and play-based in-home daycare in Ashland. (all care is provided in my home- no transportation). I have experience with children of all ages, including infants, toddlers, and children with ASD. I’m CPR and First Aid certified. I provide breakfast, lunch, snacks, and drinks. Parents just need to bring diapers, wipes, bottles/formula (if needed), and an extra change of clothes. About my daycare: • Safe neighborhood with a fenced backyard • safe-sleep area • Nearby park for outdoor play • Toys and activities for infants through toddlers • Tummy time, sensory play, and age-appropriate learning • Potty-training assistance • Learning through play: ABCs, counting, colors, shapes, matching, early math, vocabulary, manners, and reading • Homework help for older children • Balance of independent play, structured activities, and plenty of fun • I’ll try and send picture updates sent throughout the day (no cameras in the home) Cat-friendly household — not suitable for children with severe allergies.. Payment options: Cash, Cash-App, or Venmo I do not accept state pay References available upon request.

Hi! My name is Ellie McWhorter, and I am currently enrolled in the University of Missouri, studying elementary education! I am very passionate about education and helping kids, and I have a lot fo experience in this field! I have worked at different preschools for about 3 years, and I am a swim team coach in the summer! I enjoy being around kids, and all of my previous jobs have reflected that! I am First Aid and CPR certified, and I have many skills in childcare that I have learned in the last few years! I love being a sitter because I truly enjoy getting to help kids and help out families!

Hi! My name is Ella Cryer and I am 19 year old nanny with over 5 years of experience. I am currently a freshmen at University of Missouri studying personal financial planning! I have worked in a variety of settings including aftercare and summer care programs, my church's nursery, and as a full-time summer nanny. I am experienced with children of all ages and safety is my number one priority. I love staying active with the kids and I enjoy spending time outdoors. I will encourage them to learn and I am happy to help with schoolwork. In addition to childcare, I love to cook and clean and I take pride in being a very organized individual. I enjoy meal prepping, keeping the household clean and tidy, and providing a structured environment. I believe that organization and consistency is important for children to help create a calm and positive space for everyone. Lastly, some personality traits I would use to describe myself are dependable, nurturing, patient, trustworthy, positive, responsible, creative, supportive, organized, flexible, and a good problem-solver.

Hello! My name is Macy, and I would love to be a sitter for you because I enjoy being around kids and creating a safe and fun environment for them. I have worked with children through babysitting, volunteering, and family care. I am CPR/First aid certified, responsible and reliable. I will care for your kids because it is important to me!

Home for the next couple of weeks from college and love kids and working with them. I have experience with special needs child work. I know how to cook and can clean. I enjoy spending time with kids and helping them with activities they enjoy. I also have experience with working with animals and understand feeding routines with them.

Hi! I’m Abbie, a pre-nursing student at the University of Missouri with over 4 years of paid babysitting experience. I started babysitting in high school, including several years as an after-school sitter for the same family. I’ve also worked at a sleep-away camp for the past two summers, caring for children ages 7–13, where I built strong skills in behavior management and helping kids calm down when upset. I love babysitting because I enjoy seeing children grow and gain confidence. I’m lifeguard and CPR certified, dependable, and safety-focused. I’d love to support your family with reliable, caring childcare!

Hi! I’m a dedicated and caring sitter with a genuine passion for working with children and supporting their growth and development. I discovered my love for childcare while working at Kids R’ Kids Early Childhood Center, where I cared for children ranging from 2 weeks to 12 years old. That experience helped me build a strong foundation in understanding children’s needs at every stage and reinforced how meaningful it is to create a safe, nurturing environment for them. In addition to my center-based experience, I’ve worked as a nanny for two families, where I managed daily schedules, planned engaging activities to support learning and development, and helped keep children’s spaces clean and organized. I pride myself on being dependable, organized, and attentive to each child’s individual needs. I’m also First Aid trained, Safe Sleep certified, and CPR certified for infants, children, and adults, so families can feel confident knowing their children are in safe hands. I truly love building positive relationships with both kids and parents and being someone families can trust and rely on.

Hi, my name is Haley! I graduated from Tulane University with a bachelors in neuroscience and psychology and from Duke University with a doctorate in Physical Therapy. I work full-time as a neuro physical therapist for Mizzou healthcare, but am looking to earn some extra money to help with my student loans. I have experience babysitting all ages, and I love working with kids. I have volunteered with Miracle League for many years and gotten to work in pediatric clinics through school which has given me the opportunity to work with special needs children as well. I have 3 dogs at home, so I am very comfortable around animals. I tutored elementary - high school for 3 years, so I’m happy to help with homework. I can also help with cooking, cleaning, or anything else you might need. I have my own transportation and am CPR certified. Please feel free to ask any questions!

I am a retired school teacher of 38 years from Kansas City Public School District. I love working and teaching children of all ages, but am looking to stay out of the classroom. I have 3 grown sons of which 2 are ide Identical twins.

Hi! My name is Caitlyn and I just graduated Nursing school at Mizzou in the Accelerated program and have moved back to Chicago! I have worked and volunteered my entire life both with older children and younger ones as well. I used to volunteer at the library helping out with the Summer Reading Challenge in Chicago at one of the libraries and absolutely loved being able to help children learn how to talk about their books and give them advice on new books to read. I also volunteered at two organizations for a refugee children in Columbia taking care of children and helping them learn to read, play with them and help them do their homework while their parents learned English. I also worked at a Daycare for children ages 0-4 at a church in Columbia as well. I am fully vaccinated (and boosted) and very excited to hopefully hear from you soon!