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Bailey W. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Bailey

Columbia, MO
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I love children and have been thinking for a long time about becoming a nanny/ babysitter. I have a part time job right now that I’m changing to doing only 1-2 days a month so I have a very flexible schedule! I’ve worked as an after school teacher at an elementary school and also a bus monitor for special needs students! I also have a 3 month old of my own.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Chloe S. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Chloe

Columbia, MO
$17/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Chloe and I love to explore the outdoors while searching for caterpillars and butterflies. I like to fish, ride bikes, and go for walks to the park. Arts and crafts are my specialty, painting and drawing. Sharing a good knock-knock joke is my favorite, but I like listening to them more. I have 4 years of experience encouraging kids to be creative and kind. We will spend our time actively exploring new adventures and learning fun facts. I am proficient in piano, cello, math, and tennis.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Janie O. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Janie

Columbia, MO
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Im a senior in high school. I have 4 younger siblings who I love so much. I have a very funny bubbly personality

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Taylor M. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Taylor

Columbia, MO
$14/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Taylor! I’m currently still nannying for the family I’m with until March of 2023. I have been with them since September of 2021, and am just looking for future opportunities for when the little one goes off to daycare. I have been working with her since she was 6 months and will be here until she is 2, so I have experience with infants! I have also been babysitting my little cousins for years before I moved up here for college. I have been watching them from the time they were babies, and now they are ages 2-12, so I can work with older kids as well! I am also very comfortable with pets!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Cindy H. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Cindy

Columbia, MO
$20/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I’ve raised three amazing children in Columbia and have worked as a nanny the last few years and loved it! I have many excellent local references.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Caroline C. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Caroline

Columbia, MO
$15/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

3rd year graduate student at Mizzou looking for summer work. I have previous experience nannying, tutoring, and coaching over the years.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Tiana C. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Tiana

Columbia, MO
$13.75/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am a Journalism student at Mizzou and come from the Chicago area. I love being around kids for how they keep my imagination open and my energy levels up! I am a pretty active person and love spending time outdoors.
I worked as a lifeguard for 4 years so I am first-aid and CPR certified for adults, children and infants. Fully vaccinated!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Ciara M. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Ciara

Columbia, MO
$13.75/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am currently a college student at Mizzou! Although I don't have experience being a nanny professionally, I have previously coached competitive cheer teams with young kids and I babysit my nieces and nephews frequently. I am willing to help around the house, run errands, help with homework, and I am comfortable with pets too!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Yarilsa O. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Yarilsa

Columbia, MO
$13.75/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I moved here from Puerto Rico in 2018
I am bilingual and have experience working with children with special needs.
I have childcare experience and love doing activities with children

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 Columbia, MO?

The average cost of a child care provider in Columbia, MO is $16.52 per hour. Most Columbia families on Nanny Lane pay $15 to $18/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find Affordable Child Care in Columbia, MO

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Understand the Different Types of Child Care in Columbia, 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?

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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