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Babysitters in Cottage Grove, WI

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Julia S.


Madison, WI

$16-25/hr5 yrs exp

Caring & Upbeat Sitter And Swim Instructor

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am Julia ! I graduated with a bachelors degree in Human Development and Family Studies from UW this past May. I am in a graduate program obtaining my masters degree in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling with an emphasis on the adolescent and young adult population. I have spent many hours with children in the pool...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Julia was great with our two boys (6 and 8 years) and we wouldn't hesitate to hire her again. She was extremely flexible, fantastic communication and on time. Mature, dependable, and 100% trustworthy. A great find for us. Thank you, Julia! We hope to see you again...

Amy O.

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Martha S.


Madison, WI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

The Caring And Crafty Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of babysitting experience under my belt and I currently work as a Behavioral Therapist Technician for kiddos with autism. I just recently graduated from UW Eau Claire with a degree in Communications Sciences in Disorders and on my way to becoming a Speech Therapist. I love being outside and spending time at the...
Martha can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Trisha S.


Madison, WI

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm a fun loving, enthusiastic caregiver who loves creating art and being outdoors. I have a bachelor's degree in Art Therapy and Psychology. In the 4 years I was in school I had experience volunteering with and babysitting for children between the ages of 5-18 years old. Since joining Care. com in April 2019 I have...
Trisha can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Patricia went above and beyond the call of duty! We hired her at the last minute and she was a dream! The kids loved her and I would highly recommend her for any future position."

Kelsey C.

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Stephanie D.


Madison, WI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have more than 15 years of experience in child care. I have my associate degree in Early Childhood Education. I am also trained in CPR/First Aid, Child Abuse and Neglect, SIDS, and SBS. My background includes working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, primary, and elementary school children. I have the love and patience...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Stephanie is an amazing care giver. She cares for just about everyone ! My daughter was really happy being with her during the months of August and September while we were awaiting a daycare spot. She focused on good nutrition, development, good routines and made...

Aparna S.

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Lauren D.


Madison, WI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Available

4.0

(1)

Hi! My name is Lauren and I am a current Family and Consumer Science teacher at Middleton High School. Previously, I worked at MHS as a special education teacher and case manager for 5 additional years. I have completed my Masters in Education with certificates in ABA therapy, transitions and Autism alongside a graduate degreen...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"Lauren interviewed with us and we were really impressed with her energy, fun personality, and experience/perspective on child behavior."

Sarah V.

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Valerie J.


McFarland, WI

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a fun loving and great person to watch your children while you are busy. I have watched children since I was 15 years old and now I live full time with my niece who is 4 years old and my nephew who is 19 months. I know exactly how to entertain your children and make sure they have a great time while you are away. I...
Valerie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Valerie was great with my daughter! She helped out with reading and writing on her 1st grade book! Excellent job! Thank you!!"

Michael C.

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Megan W.


Madison, WI

$14-20/hr10 yrs exp

Child care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am the mother of three girls (12, 9 and 5) that provides childcare out of my home in Monona. I have babysat at home for the past 10 years and have a lot of experience caring for children of all ages. I am a compassionate and easy-going person and have loved providing kids with a fun and safe environment to grow. My family is...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

4.0
"We interviewed with Megan. She is professional but down to earth and seemed to connect well with our toddler. We chose to stay home with our children a little while longer-otherwise, Megan would have been our first choice. Best, Lisa"

Lisa L.

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Emalyse G.


Madison, WI

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a large love and appreciation for children and their many unique abilities and love of learning. I love spending time with kids doing just about anything, which includes arts and the outdoors, making sure they are well fed and cared for, and also taking time to listen to them. I can also take care of house chores, drive...
5.0
"Emalyse was great with our kids. They absolutely loved having her care for them and I felt comfortable leaving my kids with her. We will greatly miss her while she's at school. I would recommend her to anyone wanting someone reliable and trustworthy to care for...

Melissa O.

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Katrina P.


Madison, WI

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver And Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

CNA- 8+ years Child Care/ Nanny- 5 years History- I have worked with 4 families, and have had a great experience with all of them. The first family just needed a temporary babysitter because the father was sick, and the mother didn't have time with work. The children in that case were 12, 8, 5, and 1 year. After that I decided...
Katrina can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Katrina is a very friendly, and organized employee. She has a wide range of skills and always made sure that my kids were well taken care of! "

Katherine P.

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Tristen H.


Sun Prairie, WI

$20-24/hr3 yrs exp

I Have Worked With Many Families Throughout The Years And Have Loved It! I Love Helping Families.

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Tristen. I previously was a nanny and currently I'm a CNA and nursing student. I really enjoy babysitting! If you are looking for occasional care, I'd love to help out!
Tristen can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Excellent communicator, punctual, kind, gentle, trusting, relaxed and experienced! What more could you want in a baby sitter? Well, she’s also just completed studies to be a nurse so has great expertise incase of an medical emergency! Would highly recommend you...

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Noa S.


Sun Prairie, WI

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Early Education Major Waiting To Become An Extension Of Your Family!

Hello! My name is Noa, I am a 23-year-old graduate from Madison College in the early childhood program. I have worked in childcare since the age of 16 in positions such as; Special education assistant throughout the Madison School District and (currently) a nanny for multiple families. I have experience with ages 6weeks-high...
Noa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Noa is genuine and loves kids. She has a formal background in child education with emphasis on self care, wellness, art therapy & social awareness. She is an excellent addition to a family. "

Care member

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Gianna C.


Madison, WI

$20-28/hr8 yrs exp

Full Time Or Part Time

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello all, My name is Gianna and I am an experienced, nurturing, and reliable nanny with over 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am especially passionate about caring for kiddos ages 0-5 years of age. For the past 2 and a half years, I have been a professional infant nanny and I have had the privilege to...
Gianna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Gianna is an amazing nanny! Attentive to detail, caring, great communicator! Highly recommend!! Any family would be lucky to have her. We're only letting her go because we're moving out of state :)"

Paola O.

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Kristin R.


McFarland, WI

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with children since I became a certified babysitter when I was 11 years old. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education for K-8th grade with a minor in Early Childhood (Birth-3rd). I have been a private tutor for several different children in all grades, from K through 8th grade, to improve their...
Kristin can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Kristin is phenomenal! When she watches my son A., she is completely engaged with him. Her teaching background is such a benefit as she's excellent with helping kids learn through play. Not only that, she was able to identify what play activities my child would...

Sara A.

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Katherine F.


Madison, WI

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi! My name is Katie and My experiences caring for children started when I was young, around the age of 14. I have babysat for multiple children ages 3 months - 12 years. I have always loved children. I absolutely love getting down and dirty with kids along with having fun doing arts and crafts as well as music! I am active and...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Excellent caregiver. dependable and nice."

Dan H.

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Taniyah R.


Madison, WI

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Taniyah, I am 25 years old. I've been working with children since I was 14 and have always loved watching every child develop new skills and reach many milestones. I started by watching family members, and then I begin to babysit my neighbors kids for about 2/3 years. However, I do have experience working in a...
Taniyah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Taniyah was great with our two girls (ages 2 and 4). She was responsible-texted to confirm, was punctual, helpful, and so sweet with them. We'll definitely be hiring her again!"

Madeline P.

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Desiree O.


Madison, WI

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! my name is Desiree and I'm a very patient and outgoing babysitter and tutor with about 5 years of experience working with children of all ages and backgrounds! Some of my hobbies are hiking, going to the library and playing board games. I am a full time college student currently working for my Bachelors degree in...
Desiree can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Megan Z.


Madison, WI

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Megan and I'm 22 years old in my fifth year of college. I'm currently at the University of Wisconsin - Madison working towards my Bachelor of Science degree in Interior Architecture (so I love crafts)! I have had a love for children and helping others for as long as I can remember. From babysitting for 8+ years,...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
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Chelsee R.


Madison, WI

$16-26/hr10 yrs exp

Active And Experienced Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Chelsee and I've been working in childcare for 10+ years! My first job at 16 (besides babysitting) was at a daycare in a health club and teaching tumbling classes. I have coached all ages in tumbling, cheer leading, and gymnastics for almost 10 years as well. I currently teach dance, yoga, and tumbling. I was also the...
Chelsee can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Grace O.


Madison, WI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Grace- Nanny And/or Tutor

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Grace, a childcare worker, musician and visual artist. I have been working with kids for over 10 years now, starting as a teenager. Since then I've done full time nannying, part time babysitting, afterschool programs and a series of art workshops with local nonprofits. I currently work at an arts nonprofit on...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Grace F.


Madison, WI

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hi! I come from a family of 5 girls and I have been babysitting since I was in 5th grade. I am responsible, hard-working, and always on time. I am also a Certified Nursing Assistant and I am a student at UW-Madison. I have a lot of experience with babies and toddlers. I am also certified in CPR.
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Cottage Grove, WI

Julia S.

5.0

Julia was great with our two boys (6 and 8 years) and we wouldn't hesitate to hire her again. She was extremely flexible, fantastic communication and on time. Mature, dependable, and 100% trustworthy. A great find for us. Thank you, Julia! We hope to see you again soon!

- Amy O.

Trisha S.

5.0

Trisha has been very reliable and punctual even though some of my sitting needs are a little beyond the norm relating to weird hours and some shuttling required.. My young son really has enjoyed his time with her and I would definitely recommended Trisha's care services.

- Michael W.

Stephanie D.

5.0

Stephanie is an amazing care giver. She cares for just about everyone ! My daughter was really happy being with her during the months of August and September while we were awaiting a daycare spot. She focused on good nutrition, development, good routines and made my child feel loved and cared for....

- Aparna S.

Lauren D.

4.0

Lauren interviewed with us and we were really impressed with her energy, fun personality, and experience/perspective on child behavior.

- Sarah V.

Valerie J.

5.0

Valerie was great with my daughter! She helped out with reading and writing on her 1st grade book! Excellent job! Thank you!!

- Michael C.

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