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Mckenna S. - Seeking Work in St. Louis

Nanny Mckenna

St. Louis, MO
$18/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my names Mc Kenna and I’m 20 years old! I absolutely adore children and love engaging in activities with them! My favorite thing about caring for kiddos is watching them grasp new concepts or get excited over achievements! I’d love to chat more and see if I’d be a good fit for your family!

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Cambria H. - Seeking Work in St. Louis

Nanny Cambria

St. Louis, MO
$23/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m a single mother of 1. I am certified in CPR. And first aide. Smoke free. Reliable

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Maryam A. - Seeking Work in St. Louis

Nanny Maryam

St. Louis, MO
$16/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! Im 14 years old and looking to babysit for the summer,I love being with kids and animals, I enjoy playing volleyball and being outside.

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Melissa L. - Seeking Work in St. Louis

Nanny Melissa

St. Louis, MO
$18/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Jennifer P. - Seeking Work in St. Louis

Nanny Jennifer

St. Louis, MO
$19/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I am a mother of four. I have personal and professional experience working with individuals with special needs. I'm passionate about making a difference in other lives.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sagesse U. - Seeking Work in St. Louis

Nanny Sagesse

St. Louis, MO
$16/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Sagesse Uwase
I’m 24 years old, I graduated from high school 2020. I speak 3 languages English, Swahili and Kinyarwanda. I Love working with people especially kids because i grew up raising my little siblings and i enjoyed it so much.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Anusha A. - Seeking Work in St. Louis

Nanny Anusha

St. Louis, MO
$20/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi I am anu.
Certainly! As a nanny, I bring a wealth of experience in childcare, a nurturing demeanor, and a commitment to creating a safe and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow. I prioritize building strong relationships with both children and parents, fostering open communication and trust.
I have already taking care of 9 months old baby for more than 1 year and I am very fond of kids and I can cook food also.
Thank you.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Katlyn J. - Seeking Work in St. Louis

Nanny Katlyn

St. Louis, MO
$17/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Katlyn. I have many years of experience working with kids of varies ages! I personally have 8 nieces and nephews and love interacting with all different ages.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Teena T. - Seeking Work in St. Louis

Nanny Teena

St. Louis, MO
$14/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hiii myself Teena, I love pampering kids, I have an experience of 1year in baby sitting I will be available all the week from Monday to Sunday expect Tuesday. I can take care of the responsibilities like pick-up and drop-off, meal preparation, homework help, pet care and taking care all day. In my approach to childcare I prioritize education activities, outdoor play, or arts and crafts.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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What’s the average cost of a child care provider in St. Louis, MO?

The average cost of a child care provider in St. Louis, MO is $18.70 per hour. Most St. Louis families on Nanny Lane pay $16 to $20/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find Affordable Child Care in St. Louis, MO

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Understand the Different Types of Child Care in St. Louis, MO

If you’re looking for affordable child care, you should explore the different types of care and how they compare to each other. What are the differences between a solo nanny and a nanny share? What about a nanny share vs. daycare? Or nanny share vs. nursery school? Or a solo nanny vs. an au pair? What is a nanny share?

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Explore the Costs of Different Child Care Options

There are various types of child care (solo nanny, nanny share, etc), with different levels of costs. For how much to pay a nanny, key factors that determine cost are experience, the number of children, where you live, and much more. In addition, during the hiring process, you should be considerate of how to handle expenses (e.g. gas, food, etc.).

If you choose a nanny as the best child care option for your family, there are ways to save on nanny costs like an afterschool co-op or having relatives who live close offer child care support on certain days.

Alternatively, you can split the costs of a nanny. There are lots of different nanny share setups that highlight how to make nanny shares even if the kids are different ages. With a nanny share, you can find a family first or hire a nanny and consider creating a nanny share. Either way, a nanny share is the most affordable way to employ a nanny.

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