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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
4 years experience with special needs children. 10+ years experience with infant to elderly. Okay with cats and dogs laundry lighthouse keeping meal prep/cook. Always open to learn new things.
Miranda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Sydney R.
Forest Lake, MN
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi I'm Sydney! I just graduated undergrad and am starting my doctorate in occupational therapy this fall! I have been a full time nanny and have been babysitting for 5 years. Willing to help with errands, laundry, and light cleaning.
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Victoria and 24 years old. I am currently a part time Elementary teacher looking for a full time Summer job and a part time nanny position in the Fall! I began nannying/babysitting when I was 13 and continue to babysit for family friends and my own nieces and nephews as well. They are all under 12 years old. I...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very reliable, caring, and patient person with a background of child care/ development courses taken through school and from watching my nephews and other kids in my life. With me, your kids will be properly cared for; I am also willing to help with other tasks as needed, such as housework, errands, and meal prep. I...
Hayley can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hanna M.
Forest Lake, MN
$19-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello everyone! My name is Hanna and I am searching for some part time kiddos to help and care for this summer! I am finishing my junior year of college studying Elementary Education, so kids are my passion! I have Nannied for several years giving me a lot of experience and have even worked in a daycare setting as well! I am...
Hanna can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
Hello my name is Megan F. and I am 21 years old! I am currently attending Augsburg University and I am majoring in Special Education. I am student teaching in the fall and then I will be a licensed k-12 special education teacher! I have lots of experience working with kids from working at a child care center where I worked with...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hailey S.
Forest Lake, MN
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Hailey and I am a 19-year-old girl who loves to play hockey and golf. I enjoy being outside, going up to my cabin and hanging out with friends and family. I also really enjoy working with kids. I am a sophomore at UW - River Falls this year. My major is elementary education! I am looking for a fun summer job and...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ava G.
Forest Lake, MN
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a patient, calm, and friendly caregiver with four years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am passionate about early childhood development and believe that play is an essential part of learning. I love creating a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn and grow.
I have experience with children...
Ava can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
I am a married mom of 5! Extremely experienced in child care outside the home as well. I also enjoy cleaning and really whatever child/senior/household chores one may need.
I'd describe my personality as caring, funny, loyal.
I like working with kids because they are what I know best! I am extremely confident in my childcare...
I am an early childhood school teacher looking for work for the summer. I graduated from the University of Northwestern with a degree in Early Childhood Education. I am trained and certified in CPR, First Aid, Sudden Infant Death, and Abusive Head Trauma. I have had many years of experience working with children of all ages, and...
Bethany can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
I have been a nanny for a few different families at once for 5 years. I enjoyed it a lot. I also have 3 nephews and 2 nieces whom I babysit very often. I have 7 other siblings, 4 of which are younger than me, so I have done a fair share of babysitting and caring for children.
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Candyce V.
Forest Lake, MN
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have always loved children and I will be going to college to be a daycare teacher in the fall so I'm really excited. I'm hoping that you guys will trust me to watch your children. I am willing to adjust my schedule!!
Candyce can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Amina J.
Hugo, MN
$18-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I've been babysitting for as long as I can remember, being that I'm the oldest of 4. Whether it was my siblings or the neighborhood kids, I was always watching children. Currently I'm a morning nanny for a special needs family while going to school full time. In the past I was a nanny for a couple summers and volunteered...
Amina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amina is great with my kids now 7/9 -- one w/ ADHD. She also helped tutor them when they were on distance learning. She was always on time and the kids love her!! She watched them on a regular basis all of last school year and still does the occasional sitting."
Michelle H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm a new mom looking for a part time nannying/babysitting position. My baby boy is 4 months old so I'm looking for a position that would be flexible and open to me bringing him along! I have over 13 years experience with children of all ages (mostly with babies). I worked as a dance teacher for 5 years, preschool teachers...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I couldn't recommend a babysitter more highly! Grace is wonderful, so sweet and calm. She has babysat for our family for the past 3 years, caring for our 3 children who are currently 9, 6 and 2 years old. Grace is reliable and responsible and our kids love having...
Allie S.
Victoria C.
Wyoming, MN
$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Tori, and i'm 21 years old. A little bit about me, is I have been nannying professionally for about 6 years now but have babysat for as long as I can remember! I am CPR and first aid certified. I just recently stopped working at a daycare because It wasn't a good fit for me, but I was working there for about 8...
5.0
"I can't say enough about Tori. She was so sweet with my 12 year old who has Autism. They really connected and Tori kept her calm. Great communication."
Beth W.
Mariah S.
Chisago City, MN
$17-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Mariah, I am 25 years old, and I love kids! I grew up around them as my mom did a daycare. I'm looking to care for 1 child. I'm very fun and creative! Kids generally warm up to me pretty quickly. I enjoy being with kids of any/all ages, but prefer 3-month-olds to 2-year-olds. I am certified in CPR and first aid. I...
Mariah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a stay at home Mom of two boys, 8 and 14. I have been doing daycare in my home for 6 years, and I love it! I only take one family at a time so that I can provide the full attention they deserve. I have a cleared background check, clean driving record, college degree, and I know CPR. We enjoy lots of good playtime, walks,...
Shannon can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Shannon Is an amazing daycare provider! She loves and takes care of our daughter like she would her own!!"
Ashley J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
With 10+ years of babysitting experience and 3+ years of working as a teacher in a licensed daycare, I have developed a passion for attending to and caring for children of all ages. I graduated with my Master's Degree in May 2021 and have since moved away from the city where I attended college, worked at a daycare, and nannied....
Jenna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our daughter had so much fun last night with Jenna! We had zero worries while on our first date in three years!! We will be using her again. "
Heidi R.
Rosalie K.
Circle Pines, MN
$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Rosie- A Caring, Patient, And Energetic College Student, Looking For A Part Time Job.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Rosalie, I am a 20-year-old junior at UMD Duluth College, majoring in biology with aspirations of becoming a physician assistant. Nurturing and caring for children has been a passion of mine since middle school, and I've had the job of being a nanny every summer since. I'm excited to find a full time summer...
5.0
"Rosalie provided great care for my son for a full day. She kept me updated on how things were going at home and made sure to ask questions. I would definitely hire her again!"
Amber C.
Hi my name is Brandon. I'm in the Hugo, MN area. I'm a sophomore in college at the university of Kansas and I wanted to get back into babysitting while I'm home for the summer. I have experience with teens and kids aged 4 and up. I'm available almost anytime and I am open to a variety of activities with the kids. I'm willing to...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Forest Lake, MN
Amina J.
5.0
Amina is great with my kids now 7/9 -- one w/ ADHD. She also helped tutor them when they were on distance learning. She was always on time and the kids love her!! She watched them on a regular basis all of last school year and still does the occasional sitting.
- Michelle H.
Grace F.
5.0
Grace was hands-down one of the best sitters we've ever hired. Our daughter adored her and we're sad to this day that we moved away from such a good sitter. We can't convince her to help us out in IL for some reason!
- Timothy H.
Victoria C.
5.0
I can't say enough about Tori. She was so sweet with my 12 year old who has Autism. They really connected and Tori kept her calm. Great communication.
- Beth W.
Shannon Y.
5.0
Shannon Is an amazing daycare provider! She loves and takes care of our daughter like she would her own!!
- Ashley J.
Jenna N.
5.0
Our daughter had so much fun last night with Jenna! We had zero worries while on our first date in three years!! We will be using her again.
- Heidi R.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Forest Lake, MN:
How can I find a Forest Lake babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Forest Lake, MN 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 12 babysitters in Forest Lake, MN on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Forest Lake, MN?
The average rate for Forest Lake, MN babysitters on Care.com is $18.00 per hour as of February 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 Forest Lake, MN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Forest Lake, MN 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.