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Mikayla W. - Seeking Work in Fort Smith

Nanny Mikayla

Fort Smith, AR
$20/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Mikayla I am a mother my self I have a beautiful 8 year old girl and a amazing 1 1/2 year old boy I have always loved being a mom I have baby sat for family and friends once baby sat for a friend with 7 kids of different ages
Kaveri H. - Seeking Work in Fort Smith

Nanny Kaveri

Fort Smith, AR
$15/hr
Full-time
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Kaveri Hill, I am a freshman in college at the University of Arkansas in Fort smith. I am studying to get my bachelor’s in Ultrasound. I have been babysitting since i was 15, ranging from ages 12 months - 15 years old. I absolutely love being with kids and will provide a safe and friendly environment!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Jennifer P. - Seeking Work in Fort Smith

Nanny Jennifer

Fort Smith, AR
$16/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Becky B. - Seeking Work in Fort Smith

Nanny Becky

Fort Smith, AR
$25/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I am a mother, sister, aunt and friend to my son who is now 26 years old and I have babysitted my nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. I love the lake and oceans. I enjoy frolicking in the sun. I was a Licensed Practical Nurse for 14 years. I am very warm, kind and loving. I have 3 cats.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Liberty H. - Seeking Work in Fort Smith

Nanny Liberty

Fort Smith, AR
$25/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hey my name is Liberty Hulsey!! I work at 1st Lutheran school I am an after school teacher. I am getting CPR certified for a second time( re certified) soon and I am first aid certified. I love working with kids and this job would be perfect for me to have mornings or nights because I do work at school from 1:30-6pm on weekdays. I am 100% dedicated to the growth and knowledge of children it is special time in these ages to mold a child into a amazing person. I love to clean so I don’t mind doing housekeeping. I am also taking courses to become a certified caregiver. I am only a couple courses left! Plus many more opportunities I will be taking to be taking more and more courses on child care I am provided.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Katlyn S. - Seeking Work in Fort Smith

Nanny Katlyn

Fort Smith, AR
$15.50/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is katlyn, I have been around children my whole life. I also come from a big family who has inspired me to work with children for my career!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid

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Brianna P. - Seeking Work in Fort Smith

Nanny Brianna

Fort Smith, AR
$17/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Brianna and I would love to help you with the care you need! I am a part time student in college working on my major in elementary education because I love working with children. It is something I am very passionate about. I am very fun, reliable, and patient. I have a year of experience working with children ranging from infant to preschool age.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Keely F. - Seeking Work in Fort Smith

Nanny Keely

Fort Smith, AR
$11/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Childcare experience...
• Church daycare - [phone number hidden]
• Teacher at elite learning academy since Nov. 2019. Experience with newborn to 6 years old at daycare


I am in college online to obtain my bachelors in elementary education

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Anthony N. - Seeking Work in Fort Smith

Nanny Anthony

Fort Smith, AR
$11/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi, I'm an enthusiastic fun person looking for a family to help. I graduated 2019 and I'm going to UAFS in Spring 2020

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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What’s the average cost of a child care provider in Fort Smith, AR?

The average cost of a child care provider in Fort Smith, AR is $15.42 per hour. Most Fort Smith families on Nanny Lane pay $14.25 to $16.00/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find Affordable Child Care in Fort Smith, AR

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Understand the Different Types of Child Care in Fort Smith, AR

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?

There are lots of options to find affordable child care that works best for your family, and Nanny Lane’s child care services is here to help along the way.

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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