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.

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.

Hi! I’m Lily, I am a Junior at lindenwood university also studying social work, I am full online! Ive had 6 years of babysitting experience, youngest started at 8 months. I am down to earth caring and reliable babysitter who genuinely loves being around kids. I’m patient, fun, outgoing and always going to make sure kids feel safe and comfortable while still having a good time. Whether we’re playing, doing homework, or getting ready for bed, I’m happy to help however I can. You don’t have to worry about any awkwardness! I treat every family with care and do my best to follow routines and expectations set by parents. I have 3 brothers and my parents have been together for 20 years! I completed a CNA program 2 years ago. I studied nursing for 1 year then moved to social work. I want to work in domestic violence and through cps as well. My goal is to make kids feel happy and parents feel at ease while they’re away💛

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, friends! I am currently a Missouri DESE (Department of Elementary and Secondary Education) Certified Substitute Teacher for both the Wentzville and Francis Howell School districts! I am registered with Missouri’s Family Care Safety Registry and have completed all required background screenings to work as a substitute teacher in public schools. I’m happy to provide documentation upon request. I am CPR and First Aid certified and have over 15 years of childcare experience, working with children of all ages, from newborns to teens. I have extensive knowledge in infant and newborn care, including safe sleep, car seat safety, baby-led weaning, and safely handling breast milk. I am pursuing my degree in Elementary Education and have three wonderful children of my own. I believe in treating children with respect and meeting them where they are. I value their individuality. My top priority is always to ensure children are in a safe (both physically and emotionally) and nurturing environment where they can learn and have FUN!

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!

Hi, my name is Sydney and I love working with children. I am currently a senior at Missouri Baptist University getting my Biomedical degree and Nursing degree. Once I graduate I will be working in pediatrics. I have always been great with kids and I can wait to work with them everyday while nursing. I have babysat since I was 14 and have never had a problem. I am a great listener, problem solver, and I’m very caring. I know CPR and have worked in a hospital for multiple years before, I have also coached soccer and volleyball. I have worked with kids on many different levels and have loved every minute of it. I can help with anything you need around the house and ai love adventures, I feel like taking a child to a park or museum is always better than just sitting in front of a screen although I always enjoy a movie night. I am very patient and take my time teaching a child to make sure they really understand, I never want to rush through anything, not with coaching or just basics things like helping with homework. I would love to start babysitting more and love working with all ages of children:)

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!

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!