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310 babysitters are listed in Boulder, CO
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Boulder, CO
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting and nannying for about 9 years now! I've assisted in Montessori classrooms and am comfortable working with all ages. I'm comfortable around any and all pets, especially dogs and cats. I've volunteered with service dogs for a few years now and absolutely love it! I'm available for the entire month of July...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Hannah is the nanny/babysitter of our dreams! She is amazing with our 1 year old daughter (has been watching her daily since she was 6 months) and our high energy dog. Hannah does baby sign (ASL), cooks meals/snacks, and makes every day fun (park dates, stroller...
Kristen H.
Sarah Z.
Boulder, CO
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for over 10 years, I have two very young little siblings so am very used to being around and learning with kids. I've worked with kids of all ages and have babysat for some kids for the majority of their childhood, I love to learn and grow with children in their development, especially when it comes to...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We cannot recommend Sarah more highly. She has been a full-time nanny for our 2- and 5-year old for 6+ months and is absolutely terrific. She is energetic, dependable, and a good communicator. The kids love her, and she has taught them both a lot, from science and...
Hanna M.
Linzie H.
Boulder, CO
$25-28/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Linzie :) I am 23 years old. I currently live in Erie, but I am willing to travel 30-45min. I recently graduated from CU with a degree in psychology. I will be pursuing a masters degree in social work starting this January. I love spending time with kids when I am not doing school work. I have been nannying and...
Linzie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Linzie was great with our girls!! This was the first time we met and she was extremely friendly! We have three girls that range from 3.5 to 3 months old. She was great with all three of them and was able to occupy the baby while still keeping the 3.5 year old...
Mike Q.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm in the process of moving from Phoenix, AZ to Boulder, CO. I'm currently looking for tutoring and babysitting positions for all ages starting in August 2022. I hold a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education and Teaching English as a Second Language. I have over 7 years of babysitting experience, currently hold a teaching...
Saquoyah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Saquoyah was wonderful with our 3 year old. On time, communicative about what matters, and great with our daughter. Will definitely hire again! "
Care member
Tess C.
Boulder, CO
$17-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Tess and I'm a sophomore at CU Boulder, but originally from Parker, CO. I'm open to longer-term jobs as well as one time jobs. I have 3 younger siblings so I've grown up helping out with them: from changing diapers to making lunches to helping with homework. Additionally, I babysat for other families starting at...
Tess can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tess was on time, very patient and respectful. She put our 3 YO son to bed on time and read him stories back to sleep when he woke up. I lost my handbag and thought maybe she took it but it was found by my son and when i asked her about it she was very respectful...
Marina M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
**fully booked on weekdays** Hey there! I'm a junior at CU studying to apply to nursing school next year! I work as a CNA part time. My decision to pursue nursing was influenced by my interactions as a nanny. With 9 years of babysitting experience taking care of infants to 15 years old, I approach every family I work with as if...
Ana can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ana was a nanny for our twin 2 year olds, 7 year old, and 8 month old. She is very caring, dependable, and patient! She was always coming up with new activities for them to play and got them up and moving around. Making memories is something that was very important...
Julie M.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sam and I am a college graduate currently getting my masters in holistic healing. I absolutely love children and working with them. I have been babysitting children of all ages for the past nine years and feel confident with my experience. Babysitting has always been something I cherish beyond money and I believe...
Sam can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sam is fantastic! She took care of our 2 year old daughter while we were visiting family in Colorado. She is punctual and dependable. Our daughter loved her! We also appreciated how much Sam engaged with our daughter by going over colors and numbers and the words...
Keller C.
Megan K.
Boulder, CO
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a natural caretaker, I have always been drawn to the growth and development of children. My passion for childcare has been nurtured through my previous babysitting roles, where I gained valuable hands-on experience. My patient, calm, and creative personality allows me to connect with children on a deeper level, making their...
Megan can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Megan has watched our young daughters on several occasions and they love spending time with her. She is incredibly reliable and trustworthy. I recommend Megan without reservation."
Joe M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I live in the Boulder area. I have been babysitting for 20+ years. I taught English in South America, worked as an Outward Bound Instructor, coached soccer, facilitated birthday parties, and substitute taught.
My mission is to teach kids to value/respect themselves and to cultivate a strong sense of self-worth. I believe...
Niki can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Our two boys love Niki and look forward to seeing her again soon. She's a great person, full of energy, and we're lucky to know her."
Ann Marie D.
Maria E C.
Boulder, CO
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have 10 years of experience nannying and babysitting. I stay in close touch with many families even as their children are now entering college. I like to connect with children and help them learn and explore while they're in my care. I like to be active and engage with children to make sure they have an enriching time while...
Maria E can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"This is not a sit around and just say arch your kids do stuff sitter - this is a caring, involved, nurturing do stuff WITH your kids sitter "
Care member
Lillian S.
Boulder, CO
$17/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! I am currently a Senior at the University of Colorado Boulder. I am from Athens, GA and I have been babysitting for years! (Mainly aged newborn - 8 yr) I have worked at Boulder Community Hospital as a Nurse Aide, but with my current class schedule, I am unfortunately unable to work the hospital hours into my schedule. I...
Lillian can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lily was great with our son, who was 5months old when she started. She was very dependable and always on time. I would rehire lily in a heartbeat :) "
Julie G.
Roan K.
Boulder, CO
$17/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Ro and I'm a college student! I babysat for a toddler from when he was 6 months-3 years old. I worked as a mountain bike coach for 6 years. Babysat in the summers (4 boys ages 7-14). Another summer I was a nanny full time for two boys (8, 13). When I lived in Honolulu, I worked long and late night shifts for a...
Roan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Roan was amazing! Tender, loving and bubbly.
She even tidied up the house while I was at work.
Always punctual and quick to respond to text messages.
She watched my 3-year old for extended periods without incident.
She was also very energetic and eager to...
Stephanie M.
Rebecca S.
Boulder, CO
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Reliable, Fun Part-time Nanny. There For You Creating Smiles!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families!
A bit about me...
I have a cumulative five years' experience working in nursery settings, with ratios of up to five children under age six per adult. I also spent three years as an in-home caregiver for two families in the Philadelphia, PA area (children ages 10 months - 9 years).
Brand new to the LA area, I grew...
Rebecca can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Becca has nannied our toddler for 5 months and we can't recommend her enough! She's punctual and has built a great relationship with our daughter. We hear nothing but giggles all day long when Becca nannies."
Daniel A.
Meg A.
Boulder, CO
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm looking to provide BACK UP/FILL IN, DATE NIGHT, and OCCASIONAL OVERNIGHT CARE in the BOULDER area... I also enjoy offering light-house keeping and organizing, errands, and meal prep.
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ABOUT ME:
Since I was 11, I started caring for kids! Over 20 years later, I still enjoy hanging out and enjoying their company. I had a fun...
Meg can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meg was a breath of fresh air for our kids this summer. We have 3 kids, ages 12, 10, and 7, and she was able to engage each of them. We were grateful for the original ideas Meg had for activities. We felt she showed our kids healthy choices. She was also...
Marie A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Olivia and I am a professional child-care provider and doula. I have recently moved to Santa Cruz and am looking for a childcare job.
I have experience working with kids of all ages at summer camps and school programs, and as of lately I've been doing a lot of newborn and infant care as a doula and nanny. I am...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia is amazing! On the very first day she met us, my almost 3yo talked non-stop to her, and she never stopped sharing. Olivia listens to my kids better than I! :O She is great help with housework, our scared kitty, and last-minute surprises. Great scheduler. If...
Michael M.
Camryn Q.
Boulder, CO
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Camryn! I'm Here To Help In Any Way That I Can!
5.0
(1)
Hey there! My name is Camryn. I have been working with kids for six years now and enjoy it! I am high energy and outgoing! I am timely, organized, and clean. I would love to help out and be as useful as possible. I am very flexible and easy going and there's not a problem I can't fix. I have a brand new/ very safe car if errands...
Camryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Camryn watched our 19 month old multiple times and asked questions others hadn't thought to ask. She has a very mature presence and is trustworthy."
Haley V.
Alena B.
Boulder, CO
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a social work graduate student new to Boulder looking for part-time childcare work, preferably on a regular basis. I have lengthy experience working with children as a creative movement teacher, wilderness educator, and substitute teacher. I have a car and am comfortable working with children of all ages. I want to...
Alena can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Alena provides excellent care for my one year old child. They have an excellent bond and I can always feel at ease knowing they are safe in her care. She is very communicative with us and our child. I will definitely hire her as often as she is available!"
Sarah C.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Suhua. I am 46 years old. I have a son in college. I am living in the Boulder area. I have over 9 years experience as a long term nanny. I have worked taking care of children all ages from newborn up to 13 years old. I have 4 years experience as a nanny share. I have also worked as a Chinese teacher for...
Suhua can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Selina did such a fantastic job taking care of our son, who was 13 to 16 months during the time that she was his nanny. Had we not left the Boulder area, we certainly would have kept her on!
Right away, we noticed that Selina was super engaging with our son -...
Kaitlin W.
Colleen P.
Boulder, CO
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! Thanks for stumbling over my bio. I'm in my late 20s and live in Boulder. I'm currently getting my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. I love spending time with kiddos because they are full of so much life and laughter!
I have 10+ years working with kids of all ages, infant-teens. I was also a Summer Camp Lifeguard...
Colleen can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Colleen has been such a pleasure to work with. She watches our son regularly and he is always extremely excited to see Coco! He lights up when she walks in and they always have the best time playing together and exploring outside and the park is the favorite place...
Erin Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Bella and I've always loved being around kids because I grew up with a big family so I've had experience dealing with children of all ages! I am also a big animal lover and enjoy both cats and dogs. I recently from University of Colorado - Boulder and just moved out here to LA! I nannied all throughout college, but my...
Isabelle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bella is the BEST! We've worked with her for over 6 months as our primary nanny for two year-old twins! She's super fun, easygoing, responsible, and very helpful when I've been sick and needed a little extra support. My boys absolutely love her. We'll be so sad to...
Ande A.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Boulder, CO
Hannah H.
5.0
Hannah is the nanny/babysitter of our dreams! She is amazing with our 1 year old daughter (has been watching her daily since she was 6 months) and our high energy dog. Hannah does baby sign (ASL), cooks meals/snacks, and makes every day fun (park dates, stroller rides, reads books, etc.). We...
- Kristen H.
Sarah Z.
5.0
We cannot recommend Sarah more highly. She has been a full-time nanny for our 2- and 5-year old for 6+ months and is absolutely terrific. She is energetic, dependable, and a good communicator. The kids love her, and she has taught them both a lot, from science and social studies lessons for our...
- Hanna M.
Linzie H.
5.0
Linzie is amazing!!!! Highly highly recommend her. She watched our 2 kids for date nights, and they loved her.
- Konstantyn A.
Saquoyah L.
5.0
Saquoyah was wonderful with our 3 year old. On time, communicative about what matters, and great with our daughter. Will definitely hire again!
- Care member
Tess C.
5.0
Tess was on time, very patient and respectful. She put our 3 YO son to bed on time and read him stories back to sleep when he woke up. I lost my handbag and thought maybe she took it but it was found by my son and when i asked her about it she was very respectful even though she didn't do anything...
- Marina M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Boulder, CO:
How can I find a Boulder babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Boulder, CO 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 310 babysitters in Boulder, CO on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Boulder, CO?
The average rate for Boulder, CO babysitters on Care.com is $20.71 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 Boulder, CO?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Boulder, CO 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 Boulder, CO babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Boulder, CO are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 138 reviews of the 310 listed babysitters.