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60 babysitters are listed in Cottage Grove, MN

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years

Babysitters in Cottage Grove, MN

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Andrea J.


Cottage Grove, MN

$19-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny, Available Full-Time, Certified Nursing Assistant

4.3

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! My name is Andrea and I have a son myself who is 6 years old! With over 10 years of experience in the child care/nanny feel that I have gained excellent childcare experience with children of all ages. I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a...
Andrea can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Andrea takes great care of my wonderful autistic daughter! She goes out of the way to help educate, entertain, and take care of her. I highly recommend her!"

Klay H.

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Miranda S.


Cottage Grove, MN

$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter Available!

I worked in a in home daycares and accredited daycare centers for 5+ years. I am CPR certified and up to date on all vaccinations, etc. I have taken classes in shaken baby, SIDS, etc.
Miranda can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I'm a nurturing and responsible childcare provider with five years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. I'm known for my patience, creativity, and friendly demeanor,...
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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:

First Aid

CPR

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Sarah B.


Cottage Grove, MN

$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

A Little About Me :)

I'd describe my personality as fun, goofy, and caring I like working with kids because I love watching them grow and helping them discover things I'm looking for a job that is fun and rewarding I started working with kids when I joined a summer camp in 2019 and I've been working with kids since In my spare time, I like to...
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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Caitlin B.


Cottage Grove, MN

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Day Time Teacher Looking For Night And Weekend Job

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, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Kyra J.


Cottage Grove, MN

$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

A Little About Me

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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Terry T.


Cottage Grove, MN

$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have 3 adult children and have cared for my 20-month-old granddaughter in my home since birth. Looking for 1 additional little one 2-3 days per week.
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Abby K.


Cottage Grove, MN

$21-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

I'm a caregiver with a passion for helping children learn and grow. I have 7 years of experience working with children of all ages and abilities. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love coming up with new and exciting activities for children to enjoy. I believe that every child deserves to feel loved and supported, and I...
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Sydney F.


Cottage Grove, MN

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Extremely Experienced Nanny

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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Bella Z.


Cottage Grove, MN

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Caring & Creative Sitter

I love caring for children of all ages. I have over four years experience caring for kids ranging in age from the very young to middle-school-aged. My experience includes both in-home as well as childcare settings. I also served as a huddle leader at FCA camp two summers during high school. I believe in actively engaging with...
Bella can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Talila B.


Cottage Grove, MN

$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

EXPERIENCED CAREGIVER/PERSONAL ASSISTANT

Hello, my name is Talila B. I am from Minnesota and recently moved to the Los Angeles area. I have 4 years of experience caring for people in all different age ranges. I can help with travel and carpooling along with running errands. Im a patient person and determined to treat my clients with the utmost respect and care that...
Talila can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Samantha S.


Saint Paul, MN

$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fun, Friendly And Reliable.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, friendly and social I like working with kids because it is so much fun. Kids see life so different and it's fun getting to bond with them and foster their learning. I'm looking for a job that is fun, flexible and something I look forward to.
5.0
"Great help on our vacation! Wish she was available in our home state!!"

Ashlee A.

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Kylie L.


Saint Paul, MN

$19-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I have a love and passion for taking care of kids. I have been a babysitter/nanny for over 6 years. I recently have been working as a ta in a high needs preschool class. I've also worked in multiple child centers and I am comfortable working with any age. I love to create a fun environment for the kids through many...
Kylie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kylie is a very nice girl and watched my kids for about 2/3 months and she was amazing! She cooked, she cleaned and she was extremely interactive with the kids! Love her and would 10/10 recommend her!"

Karen W.

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Sydney R.


Saint Paul, MN

$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Sydney Aka Sydnanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Sydney and I love being around kids! I have been babysitting my little cousins for several years now. They would call me their favorite cousin ;) I have been babysitting for around 10 years now. From cousins, to my parents friend's kids, to the neighborhood kids. I love sports, being outdoors, and keeping your kids...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Very easy to work with and flexible about timing! Really glad we found her for occasional babysitting of our two young children."

Kathryn B.

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Jobin H.


Saint Paul, MN

$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Auntie Ready To Help

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

This is my third year as a nanny, but I've been an auntie for 23 years. My favorite thing about littles is that they're so curious, and earnest, and I just love hearing their thoughts! A typical day with Nanny J would include the morning field trip to the library, park, a nature center or a Museum/Zoo. After an excellent lunch...
Jobin can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Our whole family loves Jobin! We've been working with her for about 3 years and she's always timely and prepared. We have three feral sons close in age and she is the perfect combination of assertive and kind to effectively manage them. She almost always shows...

Elizabeth S.

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Yanli L.


Saint Paul, MN

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter Or Nanny

Hi : Thank you for reading my bio. I am a reliable, trustworthy and energetic person with more than 8 years of babysitting and nanny experience. I had taken care of more than 20 kids age from 0-15 years old with great care. I loved kids with warmth, patience and my heart. I paid attention to their needs and encouraged their...
Yanli can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Yanli left my house sparking. I am thrilled with her were and will be hiring her again. Thanks Yanli!"

Jessica A.

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Amanda W.


Rosemount, MN

$20-24/hr • 3 yrs exp

Professional Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Amanda, I am a fun loving caregiver with 10+ years in childcare. I've had courses in psychology, health, and nutrition, along with many other pre-requisites to an RN nursing degree. I am also CPR/first aid certified. key qualifications include -playtime -meal prep -bottle-feeding -bedtime -outdoor adventures...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Amanda would be a great choice for a family. She was very sweet and very open to varying schedules. She was a very close second choice for us."

Erin J.

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Olivia N.


Saint Paul, MN

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Olivia. During the school year I am a high school special education teacher. I have my dual licensure in elementary education and special education and work as a nanny in the summer time. I am a hard working, kind, caring, reliable and organized person. I have worked at two different school programs with elementary-aged...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I interviewed and hired Olivia. My kids warmed right up to her and were sad to see her go. I'll be hiring Olivia again as she was prompt and responsive. She asked appropriate questions And seemed comfortable playing with and feeding kids. I didn't have her for a...

Amelia M.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Cottage Grove, MN

Andrea J.

5.0

Andrea has watched our daughter for 2 and 1/2 years. We have been so blessed to have her as a nanny for our daughter. She is very kind, nurturing and patient with her. Andrea was always great at sticking to our daughter’s schedule and building a routine with her. She was always willing to be...

- Rebecca S.

Samantha S.

5.0

Great help on our vacation! Wish she was available in our home state!!

- Ashlee A.

Kylie L.

5.0

Kylie is a very nice girl and watched my kids for about 2/3 months and she was amazing! She cooked, she cleaned and she was extremely interactive with the kids! Love her and would 10/10 recommend her!

- Karen W.

Sydney R.

5.0

Very easy to work with and flexible about timing! Really glad we found her for occasional babysitting of our two young children.

- Kathryn B.

Jobin H.

5.0

Our whole family loves Jobin! We've been working with her for about 3 years and she's always timely and prepared. We have three feral sons close in age and she is the perfect combination of assertive and kind to effectively manage them. She almost always shows up with a craft and the boys really...

- Elizabeth S.

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Average Rating4.0 / 5

Babysitters in Cottage Grove, MN are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.