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60 after school babysitters are listed in Cottage Grove, MN
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in Cottage Grove, MN
Erica G.
Cottage Grove, MN
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently in a graduate program for Social Work. I have my bachelor's degree in social work and prior to starting graduate school worked in child welfare full time. While in undergrad, I worked for an after school program providing care for kindergarten children through a curriculum based after school program. I also...
Erica can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Erica did an awesome job with my 1.5 yr old. My daughter was in a great mood after spending a morning with her. Also Erica picked up everything in the playroom before she left! "
Megan D.
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Crafts and just about everything you need! I am a college football player at Concordia St. Paul, love sports and the outdoors. I have a great work ethic and I know how to help install that in kids while having a great time!
Max can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Maria R.
Cottage Grove, MN
$11-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Maria . I am currently a lead high five(preschool)/ school age teacher .
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello, my name is Kyra and I am a recent college graduate with a degree in Cybersecurity and information systems who just moved for a job and am looking for new families to pour into. In the past six years I have cared for ages 1-13. With these children we have gone on many different adventures to museums and parks. I spent time...
Kyra can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
My name is Caitlin. I am a mom of 2- one toddler son and one school age daughter. We have 2 dogs- a golden retriever puppy and a beagle!
I have a double bachelors degree in early childhood development and elementary education. I have been in the early childhood field working for Small World Learning Center since 2015. I...
Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
Nicole M.
Cottage Grove, MN
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a mother of two children that are now 20 and 22. I started babysitting at the age of 11. I have always been around kids and love them! I miss having kids around as I am an empty Nester. I work a full time job during the week as a manufacturing manager. I was always the house that had all the kids over. I am also currently...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi families! I am seeking weekly or individual days with an exception to Wednesday mornings as I am a volunteer at a Children's Hospital until 1 p.m. I am a recent college graduate from University. I received a degree in Early Childhood Studies as I am an Aspiring Child Life Specialist who has a passion for working with...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Anna B.
Cottage Grove, MN
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
As a childcare provider with two years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option. My time spent babysitting allowed me to discover my love of working with children.
I am patient, calm, creative, imaginative, friendly, and approachable, which helps me naturally connect with...
Anna can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Hi! I'm Sydney, I am 26 years old and a college graduate. I graduated from college in 2018 with an AA in cosmetology and worked in the industry for a year. Since I left the field, I've been a nanny. I have been lucky enough to watch two girls grow up and be part of each family. I prefer long-term positions and I can work with...
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
With years of hands-on experience, I bring warmth and dependability to every family I work with. I've worked as a Sunday school teacher and volunteer regularly with children, and I've helped at my grandmother's daycare. Growing up with two younger siblings-a teen and a toddler-I'm well-equipped to care for all ages. I'm here to...
Kalli can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Leighton W.
Saint Paul, MN
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Most Weeknights And Weekends
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am looking to pursue any occasional babysitting opportunities or before/after school care, I have an extensive history of childcare and also have a huge love for children. I have cared for children from the age of 6 months to 13, I have also had full time nanny jobs the past three Summers. My interests as an individual line up...
Leighton can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leighton is very flexible with my daughter and incredibly trustworthy! "
Mikki R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Macy! I live in Newport, MN.
A little background, I was an assistant teacher at Miniapple Montessori in the Infant Room. Before, l've been a lead teacher at a childcare center for 1 year; I also was an assistant teacher for 2 years before becoming a lead. I have prior experience with babysitting and helping families...
Macy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Macy was great with W.! We especially appreciate the schedule of events that happened throughout the day which answered any and all questions I had! Will happily use her again!"
Olivia P.
Mercedes L.
Saint Paul, MN
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child Care Supervisor Looking For Full Time Nanny Opportunity
5.0
(8)
Hi there! My name is Mercedes, I am an experienced child caregiver in St. Paul. Recently I was a nanny for a lovely family in the Monterey Bay area, I cared for two girls ages 4 and 1 for a year. My partner and I chose to move back to Minnesota to be closer to friends and family which has led me to seek a new wonderful nanny...
Mercedes can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mercedes was the best care provider we ever had. She was able to understand the needs and properly provide a safe secure environment for both of my children with a large group. My son has autism she was able to help him grow socially. As well as getting homework...
Amber S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am a homemaker with three kids - 12, 9, and 3.
I work at a home for troubled kids in the evenings and pick up jobs in senior care while my kids are at school. I am just starting to pick up babysitting jobs during the weekdays too.
I have been CPR certified. I am vaccinated and boosted and am willing to wear a mask.
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
5.0
"We had a positive experience with Rachel. My grandmother seemed to enjoy her company. Rachel did well supporting grandma with her anxiety. Also to her credit she was not convinced by my 7 year old son that he was allowed to eat potato chips in his room. We...
Former Member A.
Sihon W.
Saint Paul, MN
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny since November 2019. I have cared for children from the ages of 2 months to 14 years old. I am a passionate and experienced nanny, dedicated to providing the best possible care for children. With several years of hands-on experience in childcare, I have developed a deep love for working with...
Sihon can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Sihon was great with our 8 month old and 3.5 year old! She was right on time and the boys immediately took to her. We are very excited to hire her again! "
Megan K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello Parents! My name is Aja and I am super fun loving nanny/ babysitter/ncs! I love taking care of others and have been babysitting for 20+ years. I am an honest person and hope to find great families who need a great sitter for various reasons. Your kids will have a great time with me and wont want me to leave! Do know that I...
Aja can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Aja is wonderful! She's personable, caring, and expert and what she does and goes above and beyond for the families she cares for. We love her!!!"
Hailey C.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Joni ("Joe knee") and I love caregiving! :)
I have 4 years experience as a family nanny, 3 years as a Certified Nursing Assistant, and 2 years as a daycare teacher/counselor. I am currently looking for childcare positions near Woodbury/Afton.
As a caregiver, I love encouraging kiddos to learn, try new things...
Joni can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Joni is an amazing child care provider! We love her and my 4-year old son loves her! She aims to take my son outside on daily excursions whether it is to a park playground, the neighborhood pool, or riding scooters around. Joni is imaginative and fun and will...
Care member
Jacqueline S.
Saint Paul, MN
$23/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am an outgoing and active nanny who loves to have fun and take children on little adventures! I have 2 years of nannying experience with kids ages 4, 7, and 10 and some short term experience babysitting infants. I also was a youth group leader for middle school students for two years during high school, which I absolutely...
Jacqueline can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Jacqueline is always on time. She is dependable, great with kids, and a very sweet , pleasant young woman, with a solid work ethic. I couldn’t ask for anyone better. "
Care member
Emma W.
South Saint Paul, MN
$15-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Emma, I will be graduating from Northern State University in May with a bachelors in Elementary Education. I've been babysitting since age 12 and working in daycare centers since age 17. I like to keep kids off electronics and keep them outside, doing crafts, or playing. I like working with kids due to their...
Bailey W.
Saint Paul, MN
$14-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
21-year-old college student. Working towards degree in psychology. I have experience with both babysitting and nannying in the past. Fully vaccinated for Covid-19.
Bailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Cottage Grove, MN
Erica G.
5.0
Erica did an awesome job with my 1.5 yr old. My daughter was in a great mood after spending a morning with her. Also Erica picked up everything in the playroom before she left!
- Megan D.
Leighton W.
5.0
Leighton is very flexible with my daughter and incredibly trustworthy!
- Mikki R.
Macy S.
5.0
Macy was great with W.! We especially appreciate the schedule of events that happened throughout the day which answered any and all questions I had! Will happily use her again!
- Olivia P.
Mercedes L.
5.0
Mercedes has been working in childcare settings for much of her entire career. I have worked alongside her in aftercare settings at an elementary school and am always impressed at how fiercely she protects her students. She is not only an excellent childcare provider, but also thoughtful and very...
- Katie O.
Rachel W.
5.0
We had a positive experience with Rachel. My grandmother seemed to enjoy her company. Rachel did well supporting grandma with her anxiety. Also to her credit she was not convinced by my 7 year old son that he was allowed to eat potato chips in his room. We would definitely like to have her...
- Former Member A.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Cottage Grove, MN
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Cottage Grove, MN?
You can review 10 after school babysitter profiles near you in Cottage Grove, MN to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Cottage Grove, MN?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Cottage Grove, MN is $17.70. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Cottage Grove, MN?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Cottage Grove, MN on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Cottage Grove, MN to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Cottage Grove, MN can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Cottage Grove, MN?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Cottage Grove, MN.