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60 babysitters are listed in Cottage Grove, MN

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 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, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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:

CPR

First Aid

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Britt P.


Cottage Grove, MN

$25-50/hr • 20 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Britt, and I have enjoyed taking care of children and becoming an important part of families' lives for multiple decades. I still communicate with a family I worked for over 20 years ago! Caregiving is more than just a job to me. It is an honor and privilege to be trusted to care for people's most valued...
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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kelsi D.


Cottage Grove, MN

$17/hr • 7 yrs exp

Kelsi Beck

Hi, I'm Kelsi, I am 20 and I'm going to school at Winona state university. I have always loved working with children, I have worked as a nanny and babysitter for many years of my life along with being an assistant teacher at Children's Corner in Fergus Falls! Right now I am working at a Bluffview Montessori Elementary School in...
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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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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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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:

CPR

First Aid

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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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Bella Z.


Cottage Grove, MN

$20-25/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, light cleaning, meal prep, 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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Leighton W.


Saint Paul, MN

$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Most Weeknights And Weekends

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Leighton is very flexible with my daughter and incredibly trustworthy! "

Mikki R.

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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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Margaret P.


Saint Paul, MN

$24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I first graduated with a degree in education, and for several years I taught elementary. In the summers, I worked as a nanny and therapeutic recreation specialist. Eventually, I moved forward to pursue my masters degree in clinical psychology! Currently, I am a licensed mental health therapist and I truly love my work....
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Maggie is absolutely fantastic! She is considerate, punctual, responsible, and carries a phenomenally positive attitude. It was a joy having her in our home to care for our three-year-old and 11 month old girls. Her ability to communicate with little ones allowed...

Jennifer B.

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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, 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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & 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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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.

Leighton W.

5.0

Leighton is very flexible with my daughter and incredibly trustworthy!

- Mikki R.

Samantha S.

5.0

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

- Ashlee A.

Margaret P.

5.0

My kids love Maggie! She understands kids and has a great 'can do' attitude. She also takes initiative and does things without ever being asked. She's a confident, fun, young person that's a great role model for my wild crew! Hire her if you get the chance.

- Lisa L.

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.

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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.