Find experienced child care providers in Defiance, MO

Hi there... My name is Kelly Custar and I am looking to meet a few great families to babysit for on a regular basis. I do work Full time Monday through Friday with some flexibility in my schedule! I am mostly available evenings and weekends! If you are looking for a fun, loving, energetic, and honest babysitter PLEASE contact me! :)

Hello! I am a 22-year-old college student I'd describe my personality as bubbly, outgoing, and sweet. In my spare time, I like to crochet, hang out with my pets (I have 2 cats and 5 parrots), or being in nature! I like working with kids because of their curiosity and energy. I can be creative and help be a part of their growth :) Ideally I would love to build a good relationship with the parents and the kids so something long term is what I want.

Hello! I have over 20 years of experience in childcare. I’ve worked extensively in both homes and childcare settings and with a variety of ages. I’m passionate about early childhood education and birth to 5 are my favorite ages! I’m trained in Reggio Emilia inspired learning, and I believe in a true child centered approach. My language with children is always intentional and sounds similar to the gentle parenting techniques. This includes clear boundaries presented in a respectful, logical and consistent manner. I’m laid back and flexible, and most of all seek to have fun engaging with children! Early language development is a passion of mine as I have a background as a special education teacher who focused on verbal behavior. Many current references are available upon request. I look forward to meeting you!

I have been babysitting and nannying for 12 years. I’m an elementary school paraprofessional for the Lincoln County RIII School District at Boone Elementary. With being a para, I have a lot of experience with disabilities and behaviors. I am also a registered respite care provider through Community Living Inc. I love working with kids of all ages and enjoy finding new, fun activities to keep their minds moving and entertained. I am currently looking for positions for this summer. The past 6 years I have also begun dog sitting for a few families and have enjoyed assisting families while they are away from their fur babies!

Hello, I’m excited to be applying for this job. My name is Madelyn Haywood but I usually go by Maddie. I’m 22 years old and in December I will have two Bachelor science degrees in Criminology/Criminal Justice and Crime Scene Investigation. I went to Nursing school for a year but decided to take a break partly for my mental health and also because of COVID. My whole life I have loved children and grew up babysitting my 6 cousins lots of times as well as my own special needs brother. My cousins were aged 10, 8, 6, 4, 2, and 6 months when I first began in high school. The oldest child is special needs and needs extra care such as tube feeding. I also grew up with a special needs older brother who could not talk or walk. I would always play with him/entertain him, help clean and change his diaper, and help feed him. I always put others first in my care and care about their comfort and feelings. He passed away unfortunately, but he had such an impact on me and my heart. I feel he made me extremely caring and selfless. I always put others first in my care and care about their comfort and feelings. I have worked at a daycare for three years and absolutely love my job and all the children. I enjoy teaching children with interactive activities such as sensory play and art and crafts with learning elements such as colors, shapes, numbers, letters, animals etc. I have worked with every age from infant to school age children. Being with kids is such a rewarding job to see them grow and change. In the past three years, I have seen so many kids grow up and it's incredible to see and be there to witness it. I couldn't imagine having any other job than working with kids. I also am somewhat of a “magnet” for children. I have been told many times that children are “attracted to my energy”, they always smile, and want me to hold them. I like having this quality and I would love to get the opportunity to Nanny for your family. As I grow in my life and careers, applying my skills to help others and make an impact on the world becomes more important. I believe this role would give me that opportunity. Thank you for your consideration and time. I’m looking forward to learning more details about this position. Any questions or concerns feel free to contact me any time. Sincerely, Maddie Haywood

I am a passionate sitter who loves to see children smile and giggle while making sure they stay safe. I grew up with a lot of children around and have always volunteered to watch and play with them. I then worked at a daycare where I colead a classroom. I planned and did many activities which aided to the development of the children while keeping them entertained. I am excited to work with you to be able to meet your needs and the needs of your children!

I graduated from Saint Louis University with a B.S. in English and minor in Catholic Studies in the spring of 2024. I love working with kids as they tend to make life interesting in unexpected and novel ways! Who wouldn’t want their joy? I have worked as a nanny for two families whose children have ranged from 2 to 6.5 years of age. I have experience with potty training, maintaining routines, engaging kids in age appropriate activities, snack and lunch times, and buckling kids into front and rear facing car seats with 5-point harnesses. I work closely with families to ensure I follow their parenting style, discipline standards, and routine - communication is a vital element of my job. Outside of nannying, I have taught reading and phonics to students of all ages with disabilities at a tutoring center called Lindamood-Bell. I also have experience working as a substitute teacher. I love working with children, specifically students, because passing on knowledge is so fulfilling for me. I am looking for more experience working one-on-one with children in order to prepare me to homeschool my own future kids. Thank you for viewing my profile!

I am an experienced, loving nanny with over 20 years of childcare experience, specializing in infants care. I worked for 6 years in a preschool, where I was honored as Teacher of the Year (2006). I have also been a private nanny for two families—one for 6 years and another for 4 years—and I have excellent references available. In addition to infant care, I have worked with children of all ages up to grade school, including experience in public school settings and with children who have special needs. I bring a calm, nurturing, and knowledgeable approach to care and am creative, affectionate, and attentive, with a strong understanding of child development, routines, and emotional needs. I am also a mother to a 14-year-old daughter, which further enriches my experience and perspective. I am currently seeking a part-time nanny position and have fairly flexible availability. I take pride in creating a safe, loving, and engaging environment where children can thrive.

First of all, I am a single mom. I retired from the medical field in 1999 to work at my daughter’s daycare, where I started as a temp and soon became the lead infant teacher in the nursery. I loved the work so much that I chose not to return to the hospital and instead began a career in Early Childhood Education. For seven years, I cared for four infants daily, trained new teachers, and helped oversee the care of ten additional infants. In 2008, one of our daycare families hired me as their private nanny, and I’ve continued supporting families throughout the west county area of St. Louis ever since. I truly enjoy helping families with newborns and toddlers—it’s both fascinating and deeply rewarding. I understand the emotions new moms face when returning to work and leaving their infants with someone new; I went through the same thing when my daughter was only three months old. I have college credit hours in Early Childhood Education and have successfully taught preschool curriculum to groups of six toddlers. I’m experienced with all aspects of newborn and infant care, including bottle-feeding (breast milk and formula), baby food, diapering, swaddling, sleep training, and supporting developmental milestones. I’ve helped many infants learn to crawl, talk, and walk—yes, they often say “DaDa” first! I believe in maintaining a consistent daytime schedule and keep a detailed daily log for parents, covering diapers, feedings, and meals. I also have experience caring for newborn twins. I am CPR and First Aid certified and have 16 years of full-time experience as an infant nanny. I plan to continue caring for babies for as long as I am physically able, as I truly can’t imagine doing anything more fulfilling.

Hi My Name is Brooke. I am 37 Years Old. I am from a small town in IL. My husband is a Youth Pastor at a local church. I am also very involved with his role as it is a huge passion of mine. I needed a career path for myself that I really loved and that's what I turned nannying into my career. I love children. Working with kids is a huge passion of mine. I have worked with kids for many years nannying, babysitting, and at church.. Some words that would describe me are honest, loving, caring, patient, fashionable, motivated, and energetic. In the past I have worked as a Dietary Manager at a hospital, admissions at a hospital, retail for major companies as well as local, as well as nanny on the side. I am willing to submit my actual resume to any families with references and past jobs.