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60 babysitters are listed in Cottage Grove, WI

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years

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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Phenomenal nanny and baby sitter. Stephanie is kind, warm, super experienced, and I trust her with my or any of my extended family's kids. She was always on time and didn't miss any days. Some family will be lucky to have her."

Seth K.

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Trisha S.


Madison, WI

$25/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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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...

Michael W.

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Elizabeth B.


Madison, WI

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey! My name is Elizabeth, and I love working with children! I have been babysitting for at least 10 years now and have had wonderful experiences with many different families. I am a recent college graduate from UW-La Crosse with a degree in Public Health and Spanish. I am looking for part-time or full-time work once completing...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lizzy is great! My kids really like her; she is enthusiastic with them and also encourages them to be independent and well-behaved. She has been very reliable too. She also picks up after the kids. We never worry about leaving the kids with her."

Maryse W.

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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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & 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, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & 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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Prompt and very polite. My twin 3yr olds both said they had fun with her and would like to see her again"

Care member

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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, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"She has been our nanny since the pandemic and I cannot recommend her more. Very easy to work with as a parent, my daughter loves spending time with her. She is creative and engaging with her time with the kiddos. "

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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Kristin has been absolutely phenomenal in caring for our daughter from the ages of about 7 months to 17 months. She brings new activities to our home often and it's obvious that they have a lot of fun together playing inside, outside, reading books, creating art,...

Alison C.

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Angela S.


Sun Prairie, WI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

This Is Me: Angela

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi!! I have been working with children for several years. I have a bachelors and masters in early childhood education. I love working with children and helping them learn and experience new things. The best part about working with children is seeing the look in their eyes when they achieve something for the first time. I enjoy...
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Angela was great with my boys. They had a good time, she got them to nap and tidied up their toys while they were sleeping! She is amazing, would definitely hire her again."

Laurel B.

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Elizabeth K.


Sun Prairie, WI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am 32 years old. I love working with kids. I guess it is because I am a kid at heart. I have a younger brother and I worked in my school nursery after school the ages of the kids are 2-5. I spend a lot of time with young children and so I work well with children. I am in college to get my Education degree. I worked at a...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Elizabeth is amazing. My son loves her and she is one of the few people who actually can get him to put on his socks! She has been taking care of him every weekday morning and drives him to preschool. She has never been late, is a great communicator, and always has...

Connie W.

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

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Ms T is the best! She handles our 3 under 3 with ease and has excellent communication. She is reliable, prompt, and when we say “Ms T is coming tonight!” The kiddos go “yay!!!!”🙌🏼"

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Amy E.


Madison, WI

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Child Care Provider!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
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Stephanie G.


Madison, WI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Looking for Something a Little Different...

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience in all kinds of centers and nannying, and am now looking for something more one on one. I have experience with multiples: twins and triplets. I have worked with children with differing abilities and their families. I have experience with ELL families, my second languages are German sign. I have also used both...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Great job handling the unexpected!"

Care member

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Silan D.


Madison, WI

$21-50/hr3 yrs exp

Sheila

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

"I am a responsible and caring babysitter with a passion for creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for children. I have 3 years of experience working with children of various ages, from infants to school-aged kids. My skills include preparing meals, organizing creative activities, helping with homework, and ensuring...

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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.

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.

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.

Elizabeth B.

5.0

Lizzy is great! My kids really like her; she is enthusiastic with them and also encourages them to be independent and well-behaved. She has been very reliable too. She also picks up after the kids. We never worry about leaving the kids with her.

- Maryse W.

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.

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Average Rating5.0 / 5

Babysitters in Cottage Grove, WI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.