"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."
Marie C., parent
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Taylor $15 per hour for 1 child
Hello! My name is Taylor and I'm 23 years old. I’m new to Kansas City, and I just began a part-time job as an Emergency Room tech at University Health downtown. I’m also pursuing my Master’s in Public Health and will graduate in December. I graduated from Mizzou in 2025 with my bachelor’s degrees in Health Science and Spanish, and my ultimate goal is to become a Physician Assistant. I haven’t babysat since I was a teenager, but I have 4 years of healthcare experience where I’ve taken care of patients of all ages. I am certified in CPR and Basic Life Support. I even had the opportunity to volunteer in the NICU at University Hospital in Columbia, MO. I’m organized, reliable, and look forward to providing your child with safe and entertaining experiences. ¡Hola! Me llamo Taylor y tengo 23 años. Me mudé recientemente a la cuidad de Kansas, y acabo de empezar un trabajo de medio tiempo como técnica de sala de urgencias en University Health en el centro. También estoy cursando mi maestría en Salud Pública y me graduaré en diciembre. Me gradué de la Universidad de Misuri en 2025 con mis títulos universitarios en Ciencias de la Salud y español, y mi meta final es ser asistente médica. No he trabajado de niñera desde que era adolescente, pero tengo 4 años de experiencia en el sector de atención medica, donde he cuidado a pacientes de todas las edades. Estoy certificada en RCP y soporte vital básico (SVB). Incluso tuve la oportunidad de hacer trabajo voluntario en la Unidad de Cuidados Intensivos Neonatales (UCIN) en el Hospital Universitario en Columbia, Misuri. Soy organizada, confiable, y tengo ganas de brindarle a su hijo/a una experiencia segura y entretenida.
Nazarena $16 per hour for 1 child
Hi everyone! 😊 My name is Naza, I’ve been caring for children since I was a teenager, with experience across different ages—from infants to older kids. I truly enjoy spending time with children and creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment. I love organizing activities like crafts, games, and helping with homework when needed. I’m available for babysitting on weekends (Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays), perfect for date nights or when you need a little extra help. Or some hours at the week 💵 Rate: $16/hour 📍 Located in Kansas If you’re looking for someone responsible, caring, and experienced, feel free to message me!
Treysi
Booked by 1 repeat family
$20 per hour for 1 childBooked by 1 family in Grain Valley, MO
Well first my name is Treysi ima a bilingual Mexican American a mother one one boy name Aiden he is 8 years old now and well he goes back and forth with I and his father he a very good helper and love to work, I Treysi do go to school JCCC Community college I was doing campus classes but decide to do online classes at home. I have experience in a lot of many jobs like example warehouse, prepping, cleaning, translator, remodeling construction, and my favorite CAREGIVER, the career I’m studying to also be a CNA or a pedestrian it’s my dream I love taken care of others in needs specially the one that feels so lonely and just need couple hours of some company friendly and I enjoy doing that. I see my self in couple years as a CNA and look back say to my self I did and with a help of UrbanSitter that can teach me something’s new along the way
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"She was so flexible and came last minute to help out. The house was really neat when I got home and both kids were asleep. Two thumbs up!"
Jenny S., parent
"Thrisa was amazing! Came over last minute and took amazing care of our 11 month old - including bedtime - she's coming back tomorrow :)"
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