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342 child care in Columbia · average rate $16.81/hr, most families pay $15 to $18

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Morgan J. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Morgan

Columbia, MO
$20/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I currently work at a daycare but am looking for something smaller. I love reading and playing outside. I am an animal lover and I am willing to do some light housework and meal prep.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Briana R. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Briana

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

A little bit about me

Hi i’m Bree. I am 17 years old and currently a Senior in high school. I spend my time hanging out with my baby brother, I love children and would be willing to get right to the job! I do drive & have a reliable vehicle, I do cheerleading but I can work around my schedule!

Have experience working with

Infants

Certification

CPR
Kylie P. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Kylie

Columbia, MO
$18/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Kylie! I am currently a Junior dual enrolling at MACC and Mizzou as a radiology major! I have 9-10 years of experience working with all of ages of children!! I absolutely love kids, helping you kiddo grow learn and play! I have a flexible schedule, other than taking 2 classes this summer! But willing to work with you. I have reliable transportation! and a clean driving record!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Emma W. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Emma

Columbia, MO
$18/hr
Full-time
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m Emma, I’m 24 years old. I have worked in a daycare setting for about two years, but am now looking for a job that is not facility oriented! I absolutely adore children, and would love to become part of your family!

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Brianna L. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Brianna

Columbia, MO
$17/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am 21 and from New Zealand. I run Track and Cross country for Mizzou and am studying Nutrition and Exercise Physiology with a minor in Psychology.

Have experience working with

Infants
Katelyn I. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Katelyn

Columbia, MO
$14/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! Im Katelyn! I am a student at Mizzou and I am a junior in college! Im looking to work just monday, wednesday, and friday with some weekends! I love working with kids and I am a summer camp counselor back home in O’Fallon! I love to play games, watch movies, and I love being able to connect and form relationships with kids!

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Emma R. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Emma

Columbia, MO
$14/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Emma Ross, I am 18 years old. I am from a small town in Missouri, but I am currently attending the University of Missouri as a freshman majoring in psychology and criminal justice. When I was in high school, my senior year, I mentored fourth grade students. I have also worked with the toddlers at church when volunteering at VBS. I babysat two younger boys when needed at home. I have a three year old niece and another niece or nephew coming in January. When I was in high school, I played softball, basketball, and track. I was also a part of many different clubs. I have always had a soft spot for children and love to take care of them. Message me if you have any questions! Thank you :)

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Anthony C. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Anthony

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

A little bit about me

Always had a strive and passion to work and help other out in the best of my abilities no matter how that’s gotta be done or is proven to be, very wise and caution when it comes to a lot of things, good vibe wether I’m by myself or with a group of people, funny as hell lol (just have to see for youself) , really not that much of a peoples person in general but I connect with people very well and get along with people fairly easy if we do end up speaking to each-other, growing up kids used to always grasp and lean towards me wether it was my friends or my moms friends kids or my little cousins even still to this day kids grasp and lean to me as a big brother or as a role model to them, growing up & even still to this day like I mentioned, I have kids who I’ll see that I remember from 5 years ago and who tell me they look up to me and always looked at me as if I was there big brother

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Devin H. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Devin

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

A little bit about me

I love cooking, drawing, and playing music. I have experience with, and love kids and animals. I am certified in CPR and first aid and have been babysitting for 7+ years. I have experience with kids from newborn-11 years old and I can’t wait to meet your family!

Have experience working with

Infants

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 $16.81 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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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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