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Babysitters in Fruita, CO
Gracie B.
Grand Junction, CO
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a friendly and approachable childcare provider with three years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for working with children led me to pursue an early childhood education, and I have been babysitting for the past five years. I am dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for...
Erica F.
Grand Junction, CO
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have many years experience with babysitting, with references. I love to be involved in activities with the children, we live by trails and parks nearby. My house is child proof and safety is always number one priority. When I was growing up my mom had her own child care in her home so I am well experience in what it takes to...
Erica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is truly amazing! She has watched my son for almost 2 yrs. If it wasn't for us moving we would still be with her! She is one of a kind. She started out as a sitter and has become like family. I was so lucky to find her. My son loves her so much and even tho we...
Kaci R.
4.7
(11)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
I'm a semi retired grandmother & have worked for the last 15 years as a part time nanny. I'm CPR & first aid certified. I have had my whooping cough booster & have an annual flu shot & am current on all Covid vaccines & boosters. I enjoy children of all ages, but especially enjoy working with infants & toddlers & have been...
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nancy worked for our family for two months as our regular care provider when we needed help for our then 10 month old. The separation anxiety of that age became part of his morning routine the week before Nancy started with us. She stepped right in with motherly...
Leah L.
Mackenzie L.
Grand Junction, CO
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Mackenzie. I've lived in Grand Junction for four years, I was originally born and raised AZ and moved to CO for better opportunities, cooler weather, and a change of scenery. My hobbies are writing, singing, cooking, and pretty much anything that has to do with being creative. Oh, and playing with my pets!
I have a...
Mackenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Kenzie is the best! My 4 year old loved her and keeps begging me to let her come over more. Really great with kids, and took wonderful care of my 1 and 4 year old. Thank you again!"
Kate P.
Arselyn G.
Grand Junction, CO
$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I graduated in college as bachelor of science in Travel management.. I have 3 kids, one is 10 years old boy and 8 years old girl and 2 years old.. I have experienced also babysit for 5 years ... I used to worked also as housekeeper for 8 months and sales clerk in the mall for 1 and half years...
Arselyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She kept my kiddo busy the whole time and kept in contact as well. Wouldn't hesitate to hire her again!"
Nicole F.
Allison C.
Grand Junction, CO
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm new to the Grand Junction area. I just graduated from Western Michigan University with a degree Secondary Education: Mathematics. I currently work as a high school math teacher. I'm looking for child care jobs for a little bit of extra cash to help with the transition into adulthood. I love kids and all the energy...
Allison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I feel I can depend on Allison to watch over my daughter."
Edmund T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Stephanie and loving and responsible 35-year-old with many nanny and babysitting references available upon request. I am currently employed by West springs hospital and previously employed as a behavioral therapist for children ages 2 -10 with autism.
I love caring for all ages, including infants!
I have earned a...
Stephanie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Stephanie watches our 15 month old along with a 3 year old in a nanny share and she is great with both ages. She’s very engaging, always using sign language with our little guy, and very tuned into age-appropriate learning. I highly recommend her! "
Jason N.
4.9
(19)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Aubrey, I am 22 years old, and working with children is one of my greatest passions and joys in life! I feel incredibly lucky to be able to work with children.
~ 11 years of paid experience
~ Experience with 3 weeks - 14yrs
~ CPR & first aid trained
~ Experience with kids of all different needs and abilities
~...
Aubrey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Always super sweet and playful with the kids. Was flexible in the schedule and times. Very communicative with me when she was watching the kids. "
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Haylee B.
Clifton, CO
$18-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm good with kids and flexible and good with pets. I can work around your schedule if something comes up. I have experience with kids to 2 to 14 I have babysittied my cousins and some other family kids before. I'm babysitting these two boys right now on Tues to Friday in the afternoon I would have to work around that:) they are...
Haylee can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
April M.
Grand Junction, CO
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a compassionate, patient, and caring person. I have worked as a nanny, home health care agency, nursing homes, group homes, cleaned homes, owned a pet store, school bus driver and currently doing private caregiver, nanny, housework, and pet care. I'm currently a CNA, QMAP, CPR, and first aid certified. I have the skills to...
April can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She is very thoughtful and reliable and punctual. We are very grateful for her help!"
Jeanne H.
Jade W.
Grand Junction, CO
$20-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
Entertaining, Positive Attitude, Responsible, Overachiever, Personal!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Jade! I am a fun-loving, positive, dedicated, and quick-learning girl who loves caring for people of all ages and abilities.
I have loads of experience starting with caring for my two severely special need foster brothers. I worked for DCFS in caring for other special need young adults. I also have often worked...
Jade can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My two daughters just adore Jade. She has been amazing since day one. Very friendly, punctual and great with kids. We have been through numerous sitters over the years and can say Jade is probably the best one yet."
Kevin W.
I'd describe my personality as Empathetic, understanding, and organized.
I like working with kids because When they understand something even as small as drinking from a cup they light up a room. Helping them become themselves is what I love to do.
I started working with kids when I was 14. I started babysitting at 14, then...
Mackenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emily and I'm a senior at Colorado Mesa University. I am looking for babysitting, petsitting or any jobs you made need. Only take classes on Tuesdays and Thursday mornings so Im available basically everyday! :) I love crafts, hiking, playing sports, and anything else kiddos or pets would be up to! I have a...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
I am an elementary and middle school teacher of 5 years. I have been coaching/teaching gymnastics, signing, piano, swimming and diving for kids from 6-18 years old for 10 years. I have my Masters degree in Education and my Bachelors degree in Musical Theater. I am also the swim and dive coach for the high school girls and boys...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Growing up I was fortunate enough to babysit family friends kids along with my little sister throughout high school. I have experience with babies younger than 1-year-old, to teenagers. I also have experience as a children's ski coach for ages 6-10 years-old.
In my spare time- outside of education, I enjoy hiking, skiing,...
Jorja can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, my name is Riley and I am 19 years old. I love kids and get along with them really well. Starting when I was 15, I used to babysit two kids for a family friend during the summers. I also used to dog-sit for the family as well. I loved it, but they got older and obviously didn't need me anymore. I consider myself to be fun,...
Riley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
I have 4 years of experience working with children. I coach figure skating and skiing to small groups as well as individual private lessons. I am also a camp counselor in the summer. This past summer I was with a group of 15 7 and 8-year-olds. I love to have fun with the kids and be active while also being safe and smart!
Ryley can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Zoey F.
Grand Junction, CO
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've spent the last three years working as a childcare provider, and I'm confident I have the right combination of experience and personality to make a positive impact on the lives of your children. I'm patient, calm, and always looking for creative and imaginative ways to engage them in fun activities that are both educational...
Keatin B.
Grand Junction, CO
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm a passionate, experienced caregiver who's dedicated to supporting families and making a positive impact on the lives of children. With six years of experience caring for children of all ages, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your child.
I have a friendly, patient, and...
Hi, I am Jazlyn and I'm a college student at CMU. I'm on the cycling team and love the outdoors. I love hanging out with kids. I like to read, do crafts, play games, and go on adventures. I am capable of doing lighthouse work, help with school, swimming supervision, and carpooling if needed. I would love to help out after my...
Jazlyn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Fruita, CO
Erica F.
5.0
Erica was our nanny for four years. I cannot begin to say how important she was to our girls and became family. She cared for our oldest from 10 months to five years old. When our oldest started kindergarten she began caring for our youngest at 6 months old. Erica was always reliable, went above and...
- Sarah T.
Nancy M.
5.0
Nancy was amazing! She watched our 15 month old while my husband and I both worked in the house and was just fantastic. It's not easy when we are both in the house and we were impressed with her ability to entertain and keep our little one busy and away from us while working! She was also reliable...
- Katie C.
Mackenzie L.
5.0
Mackenzie was on time and professional. She was really good with our 2 kids (ages 6 and 3). They loved her!! We will definitely invite her to babysit again.
- Emmy M.
Arselyn G.
5.0
We were visiting and needed a babysitter to watch our 3 year old daughter for a much needed date night. As new parents we were very nervous leaving our daughter, but Arselyn was a perfect match! She was kind and our daughter gravitated towards her right away. As you you can imagine there's not much...
- Miryam H.
Allison C.
5.0
I feel I can depend on Allison to watch over my daughter.
- Edmund T.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Fruita, CO:
How can I find a Fruita babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Fruita, CO 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 6 babysitters in Fruita, CO 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 Fruita, CO?
The average rate for Fruita, CO babysitters on Care.com is $19.67 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 Fruita, CO?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Fruita, CO 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.