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241 babysitters are listed in Boise, ID
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Boise, ID
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5+ years of professional childcare experience including babysitting/nannying and working at a daycare. It's the most rewarding and fun job! I believe in gentle parenting. I enjoy being active with kids, going on walks, happy to drive them places. I am also a musician and happy to teach kids piano and create with them.
Mckenna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"McKenna is very active and my kids really enjoyed her. She is very kind and I would re-hire her "
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Gillian L.
Boise, ID
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hey, I'm Gillian. I am a Senior majoring in Communication at Boise State University. I have over 8 years of experience working with kids through babysitting, being a camp counselor, and most recently being a camp director. I have worked with kids from 1-year-olds to 12-year-olds and feel confident with all of these ages. I am...
Gillian can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gillian was awesome with my 5 year old! By the time we got home our daughter said Gillian was her best friend and asked if she could come back to play soon."
Celina M.
Michelle W.
Boise, ID
$15-25/hr • 12 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Michelle and I graduated in May 2018 from Boise State with a Psychology Major and Family Studies Minor. Previously, I worked at an alternative high school as a mentor teacher for the past five years. Currently, I am in school for Occupational Therapy. I have been a nanny on and off for 12 years and constantly...
Michelle can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hi I'm Emily! A few fun facts about me: I'm 24, an ISU grad, and I'm originally from Hawaii. I have been babysitting since I was about 12 (practically a baby myself, ha!) On top of that, I have worked as a Recreation Coordinator at a large resort, which entailed creating and running fun games for guests! Most who were in the age...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Emily was employed at a large family oriented resort that welcomes both hotel guests and vacation club owners. She was hired as our Recreation Activities Attendant and was in charge of bringing fun and excitement throughout the day with a wide range of activities...
Sherri H.
Jenna M.
Boise, ID
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always loved being around children, and I am studying to be an elementary school teacher. I am enthusiastic and fun to be around, and am passionate about helping people. I have 5 years of experience babysitting and have experience working in a daycare with children ages 1-5. I am CPR certified and am a sophomore at Boise...
Jenna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jenna has been a wonderful addition to our weekly routine! I have two wild daughters and she is so patient, kind and fun. She'll play games and do crafts with them, which isn't always easy with the two of them. My girls love Jenna!"
Maddy L.
Abbey K.
Boise, ID
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'll always treasure how it felt to hold my baby brothers for the first time, I was so excited to be a big sister - even though they're at least 5 inches taller than me nowadays! They kickstarted my journey of caring for little ones and it's a path I'm happy to stay on!
My experience working with children professionally spans...
Abbey can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Abbey is amazing! and we could not have asked for a better nanny to care for our boys (ages 4 and 6 now) Monday-Friday for the past two years. She loves kids unconditionally, is trustworthy, communicates key details and asks for/incorporates feedback as she cares...
Jennifer R.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*NO CURRENT AVAILABILITY* My name is Kat, and I am a 30-year-old mama, with a 3. 5 yo girl. I am an artist and adventurer and try making even the most daunting tasks fun for the kids! I have experience working with children ages 0-15, having helped raise my niece and nephew (twins), as well as nannying for several families...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We loved having Kat watch out little ones. She would do activities to engage with them, play outside, and so much more. I wish we could have kept her but we just didn’t need her at this time. "
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3.3
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been nannying/dog sitting for as long as I could remember! I am currently with one family that I have been with consistently for the past 3 yrs. They have pretty much became family at this point! I even go on their family trips with them! I currently look after a 5yo, 8yo, and 14yo. These are siblings part of the...
5.0
"She was amazing! Would definitely recommend her to anyone and I would rehire her in a heartbeat!"
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5.0
(1)
Jessica is passionate about education and child development and is a mother of two children (3 and 1). She is a certified K-8 teacher and is currently employed by K12 Private International Academy as a virtual teacher/'customer support'. She has 7 years of teaching and nannying experience ranging from preschool - 5th grade....
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jess has been taking care of my son since he was 3 months old, and not only do I have complete and total confidence that he is safe, I also know that he is a happier, more adventurous, well-rounded kid because of her.
Routine communication was made through the...
Andrew S.
4.0
(1)
I am a highly motivated and compassionate self-starter hoping to become a part of your family! I would be thrilled to start an in-person dialogue should your family need any additional help.
I've had the great pleasure of working in the customer service industry for 6 years, but having been a nanny and Au Pairing in Germany, I...
Briana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Ella, a reliable, fun, bubbly, and patient woman who loves children. I have 10 years of experience which includes administering medication, watching after multiple autistic children, and completing tasks for the family. Some of my favorite hobbies include skiing, going to church, participating in outdoor activities,...
Ella can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Ella is amazing at jumping in and figuring things out. I have 2 toddlers and a baby, she did so well with them! She is so easy to connect with, she is trustworthy, and she always asks questions if she is unsure. Truly one of the best!"
Allyssa D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Welcome to my profile! I'm Annika, a 21-year-old part-time student with a passion for childcare . I am a licensed child care worker in Idaho and hold certifications in CPR and First Aid. I have a wealth of experience in this field, having served as a camp counselor for children aged 7-14 with dyslexia and ADHD, and worked...
Annika can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Annika was awesome with our 2 & 4yo girls! She plays games and does activities with them and keeps them busy! I would definitely recommend her!"
Haley J.
Jodi T.
Boise, ID
$13-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
I am a reliable, patient, fun sitter who loves children and would love to be a full-time teacher one day. My husband and I are unable to have children of our own but have 3 fur babies. We love to hike, camp, fish and are outdoor type people. I have 3 years in a daycare/preschool setting and am currently working for the...
Jodi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I honestly can't say enough positive things about Jodi. We could not have dreamed up a better babysitter for our family! We have had her for almost a year now, and we absolutely plan to use her indefinitely! She is so friendly, patient, dependable, kind, very...
Megan G.
5.0
(4)
Currently unavailable
Being around children and caring for them is a joy and second nature to me- I am the oldest of 5 siblings, aunt to 3 that live next door, and I graduated with a degree in elementary education. After graduation, I volunteered as a kindergarten teacher in Guatemala, then came home and found a half day job...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katherine is Mary Poppins. Reliable and amazing with my daughters. They love her. She can do everything - do projects with your kids, prep meals and tidy up. The best nanny/sitter there is."
Helen K.
Hannah R.
Boise, ID
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi all, I am Hannah, a certified Early Childhood and Elementary teacher. I graduated from Utah State University in 2021, then got my first teaching job in Arizona that same year.
I taught 3rd grade for two years and learned a lot. I loved having my own classroom, watching my students grow, and learning how to help them succeed...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Hannah is the best Nanny we've ever had! She is so professional, reliable, and wonderful with kids. We were so lucky to have had her over the summer to take care of our baby. She would also help with dishes, folding laundry, and light cleaning. Hannah is a...
Ayesha N.
Jelena N.
Boise, ID
$15-21/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jelena and I come from Serbia, a small Eastern European country. I have lived in the United States for 11 years now. Before moving to Idaho 2 years ago, I lived in California for 2 years and Texas for 7 years. I hold a bachelor's degree in English Philology with major in Pedagogy. I always wanted to become a teacher,...
Jelena can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jelena was professional and personable. She was very sweet towards my children and pets. We look forward to booking Jelena again in the near future."
Kathryn D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Cameryn and I recently moved to Boise. I am currently in an online program to get a real estate license. I have been a nanny for six years for children ages six months to 10 years old and am flexible with scheduling and am able to help with running errands, carpool etc. I love caring for children of all ages and...
Cameryn can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Cameryn for the summer while she was home form college to watch my 3 year old and my co-worker's 9 month old. Cameryn was fantastic! She is very calm and she creates calm around her. Somehow she managed to watch both of them even though the 3 year old...
Wendy S.
Elizabeth Y.
Boise, ID
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver/Nanny With 30 Years Experience, In Boise, Seeking Part or Full-Time Opportunity
4.8
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been in child care for over 30 years. I have 1 adult son, was a stay-at-home mom until age 6. I worked as an Admin Asst & had the opportunity to work remote, which gave me the freedom to home-school him from 7th-12th grade.
I love children, to interact & teach, provide a safe, secure, & fun environment. I am dependable,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
4.0
"Our daughter and son liked spending time with Betsy."
Cheryl C.
Attallah L.
Boise, ID
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Attallah! I've been working with children since I was 12 years old. I'm CPR certified and am currently looking for some part time work. Looking forward to meeting with some future families. Thanks!
Attallah can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Attallah has been such a blessing to our family; she is so much more than just a caregiver! She is always early, dependable, easy to contact, and such a joy to be around. I would highly recommend Attallah to anyone in need! "
Teddi Z.
Elyse N.
Boise, ID
$19/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Elyse and I am looking for a full time job in the Boise area. I have been a professional nanny for the last 3 1/2 years, and I love it! I am very passionate about creating a safe, caring, creative, and nurturing environment to grow and thrive in.
I have experience with caring for newborns, premature twins,...
Elyse can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We love Elyse and wholeheartedly endorse her as an exceptional nanny. She provided unwavering care for our two boys, watching over them from infancy through their toddler years. Her kindness, attentiveness, patience, and genuine affection for our children were...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Boise, ID
Mckenna E.
5.0
McKenna is very active and my kids really enjoyed her. She is very kind and I would re-hire her
- Care member
Gillian L.
5.0
Gillian was awesome with my 5 year old! By the time we got home our daughter said Gillian was her best friend and asked if she could come back to play soon.
- Celina M.
Emily I.
5.0
Emily was employed at a large family oriented resort that welcomes both hotel guests and vacation club owners. She was hired as our Recreation Activities Attendant and was in charge of bringing fun and excitement throughout the day with a wide range of activities and experiences. She worked with...
- Sherri H.
Jenna M.
5.0
Jenna has been a wonderful addition to our weekly routine! I have two wild daughters and she is so patient, kind and fun. She'll play games and do crafts with them, which isn't always easy with the two of them. My girls love Jenna!
- Maddy L.
Abbey K.
5.0
Abbey is wonderful with children. She is engaging, imaginative, and silly. But she is also trustworthy and responsive to my needs and requests as a parent. I never worry when she is with my kids. Absolutely recommend her for long or short term childcare.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Boise, ID:
How can I find a Boise babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Boise, ID can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 241 babysitters in Boise, ID on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Boise, ID?
The average rate for Boise, ID babysitters on Care.com is $17.91 per hour as of March 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Boise, ID?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Boise, ID through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Boise, ID babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Boise, ID are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 108 reviews of the 241 listed babysitters.