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60 babysitters are listed in McFarland, WI
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in McFarland, WI
5.0
(9)
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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Stephanie was a great help to our family, providing nanny care for our 3-4 month old baby girl when our daycare placement fell through. In the short time she was with us, we observed her giving our baby loving, attentive care. She sang songs to/chatted with her,...
Taryn S.
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
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.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as patient & play oriented.
I like working with kids because no two days with kids is the same. I also find that kids genuinely enjoy life, exploring, and ANYTHING can be an adventure.
I'm looking for families that are looking for an in-home childcare provider. For me, active, present child care...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I like the way Ndaziona interacts with kids.. I love how she takes the kids on mini field trips to the park. She also takes the time to keep me updated on what is happening throughout the day; which I appreciate greatly.."
Denise O.
Claire C.
Madison, WI
$15-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 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...
Claire can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Claire was very communicative and amazing with our 3 children, they took to her immediately. Would definitely hire her again!"
Travis C.
Breianna R.
Madison, WI
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love spending time with children. Being an aunt and teaching swim lessons have been the best experience with how to handle children. Finding fun and exciting games or sitting down to read as many books as possible is my goal.
Breianna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Breianna was extremely open to making us comfortable when it comes to COVID safety measures, responded quickly in general to any questions I had, and was able to win the heart of my oldest which is a feat all in itself! She gave my three kids her full attention and...
Katie D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a joint doctoral student in UW's School of Education and Department of History studying the history of early childhood policy. I am available ~10 hours a week, and I love working with infants and toddlers. I do not have a car and prefer jobs on the Isthmus.
I have 10+ years experience working with children in...
Sophie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Sophie has been working for us for quite some time now and she's amazing. She's traveling for the summer to study but I'm very excited to have her back in the fall. Sophie is amazing with my daughter, active, playful, considerate - S. loves her time with Sophie!...
Tamara A.
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi families,
I am available for date night childcare
I have 10+ years of experience with children, ages newborn to 12 years old.
I have experience watching up to eight children, and have experience watching twins
5.0
"She was an amazing nanny to our two boys for 2 years while I worked. Now that I work from home she will occasionally take my now 3 boys when I am in need of care. She is amazing and my kids love her. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Simone,
I have worked with kids for 7+ years and I have a elementary school kiddo myself who is 7 years old.
Simone can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Simone is the best. First she was our four-year-old son's favorite teacher at daycare and we were crushed when she left to go back to school. But we were then lucky enough to employ her as our nanny for our son and his one-year-old brother while she attended...
Lindsay R.
Helena L.
Madison, WI
$15-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I recently graduated with my BSN from UW-Madison and I have been nannying for about 4 years now. I have experience with kids of all ages and I am also CPR certified. I have availability to watch the kids for this month before I start my RN job! I enjoy coming up with activities to keep the children engaged during their...
Helena can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Helena was great! Easy to communicate with, punctual and professional. My son had a great time with her."
Rebecca D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Cecilia. I am 21 years old and a college student. I am looking for a full-time summer nanny job, with the possibility of continual care into the school year, in the Madison area!
I have 7 years of nannying and babysitting experience. I provide care in your home. I have experience with children as young as 2...
Cecilia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Cecilia is wonderful with my four children. She is very reliable, punctual and kind."
Ashlee J.
Emalyse G.
Madison, WI
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
4.0
(1)
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
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.
Hailey V.
Oregon, WI
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Hailey. I'm 24 years old and graduated from UIUC in 2020 with a BS in Developmental Psychology!
I have 10+ years of experience in childcare; I have worked as an ABA therapist for children with autism, an intern at a counseling center and have been babysitting since I was very young. I am very passionate about...
Hailey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Booking a sitter online for a night of babysitting at the other part of the country sounds awful, but Hailey made it so easy! She was on time, respected our and child wishes, played all the games and our child felt so secure and happy with her that she has not...
Eva T.
Paula A.
Madison, WI
$18-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm a mom of a 6-year-old and 7-month-old. I have worked at a Montessori preschool for 5 years. I'd love to go on walks, read, and craft. I'm comfortable doing light housework like laundry, meal preparation, and tidying.
Paula can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Paula was a preschool educator for my twins when they were 3 at the time. She is so intuitive with children and so kind. Would absolutely recommend her!"
Colleen M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I moved to Madison last August after completing my Ph. D. in Child Clinical Psychology at University of Virginia. I have a full-time job as a postdoctoral fellow during the week, and would love to become a regular weekend, weeknight, and/or special occasion babysitter for a few local families!
I have extensive...
Katie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katie is great with kids of all ages, including more challenging situations like caring for twins. She is on time, dependable, and a clear communicator. I just wish she lived closer so we could take advantage of her skilled services on a consistent basis!"
Shannon C.
Amanda S.
Madison, WI
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience, from babysitting, nannying, children theatre, camp counselor to most recently working helping run educational nature programs for children. I wanted adequate time to provide thoughtful and informative updates. Should you still be interested, .
Amanda can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amanda is an excellent caregiver. She is responsible, reliable, safety-minded, kind, and fun. She started watching our child when they were 3 months old and has continued to do so through the toddler years. Amanda is always very respectful of our schedule and...
Susanne K.
Rachel G.
Madison, WI
$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full Time/Part Time Babysitter, House-Sitter, And Pet Sitter
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I come from a family of six, with two older siblings and one younger sibling. I am a dog mom to an adorable lab pup named Maximus. I am a nurse and am looking to fill up my free time during the week. I have been doing a combination of babysitting, nanny work, pet sitting, and house-sitting for the past 14 years. Taking care of...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Carly! I am looking to find child care jobs outside of my full time nanny position to help out families and make a little cash in my free time!
I am currently a full time nanny for 1 and 3-year-old girls in verona! I have been working as a nanny for over 10 years with kids ranging from newborn to tennagers.
I...
Carly can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Carly has been such a wonderful nanny to our three young children for almost 2 years! We're so sad to move out of Madison, as she's truly become a member of our family. With my husband in medical school, it's been a tough phase of life - especially as a working mom...
Amanda S.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep & 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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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in McFarland, WI
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.
Gianna C.
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.
Ndaziona N.
5.0
It is always a big deal to trust someone with the care of your children. When I tell you that Ndaziona was a blessing at just the right time, it is not an exaggeration. It takes a special person to be able to care for children the way she does. She is expert level mom! She always keeps me informed...
- Rachael C.
Claire C.
5.0
Claire was very communicative and amazing with our 3 children, they took to her immediately. Would definitely hire her again!
- Travis C.
Breianna R.
5.0
Breianna was extremely open to making us comfortable when it comes to COVID safety measures, responded quickly in general to any questions I had, and was able to win the heart of my oldest which is a feat all in itself! She gave my three kids her full attention and played games with them instead of...
- Katie D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in McFarland, WI:
How can I find a McFarland babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in McFarland, WI 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 7 babysitters in McFarland, WI on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 McFarland, WI?
The average rate for McFarland, WI babysitters on Care.com is $18.14 per hour as of January 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 McFarland, WI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in McFarland, WI 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.
Ratings for McFarland, WI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in McFarland, WI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.