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655 babysitters are listed in Minneapolis, MN
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Minneapolis, MN
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Natassja. I'm currently a pediatric LPN with a home care agency. I'm looking for a family that needs flexible part time care.
Natassja can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Absolutely wonderful experience! She took such great care of our 3 yr old son! She took him to play games, swimming, dinner and ended the night with a bath! Our son had a better night out then us! Definitely will be asking her to watch our son again."
Darrin J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Melissa. I have experience caring for newborns, toddlers, infants and children ages 4-12. I recently completed a 4 year career in teaching. I have lots of experience with children. Two of my primary concerns when caring for children is to make sure they are safely exploring and having fun. I always encourage...
Melissa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very responsive and good communication. She confirmed she was coming and arrived on time. She was great with the kids and they really seemed to like her! She kept them on schedule and did everything we asked. She even put up with our dogs! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Darla , I have 20 plus years of experience. I have worked with a nanny agency, children's center , had my own in home daycare.
Darla can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Taityana! I am looking to nanny. I'm very bubbly and fun to be around. I am certified in First Aid/ CPR and a registered care assistant. I am still learning ASL to better assist with special needs. I've been a caregiver for about 3 years and a nanny/ sitter since 2018 now. I've worked with autism, ADHD/ ADD,...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Taityana was awesome. She was great with the kids and the house was clean when we got home. She gave us a few nice updates on how they were doing too. Was relaxing to know they were well taken care of while we got to go out!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm open to a variety of positions, including short term positions and nanny shares, so please feel free to reach out to me with any opportunities you may have!
I'm transitioning back to nannying as I begin graduate school this fall to become a therapist for children and families! I'm a deeply empathetic, attuned and present...
Johanna can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Johanna has just begun watching our two little ones, and shows great presence and interest in what they are thinking and doing. This is a treat for us, given that we prefer to limit movies, and love to see our kids engaged. Thanks, Johanna!"
Amelia B.
Michaela H.
Minneapolis, MN
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! A Little About Me I'm 19 I Live In West Bloomington And Would Love To Help You Out!
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as silly, caring, and opportunistic.
I like working with kids because I love how creative and silly I can be with them, and just observing how they view the world and connect the dots.
I started working with kids when I was 16 with an after school summer program with about 250 kids aged 6-13, I am...
Michaela can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Michaela has been such a blessing to our family. She easily and competently manages our twins between my house and their dads. She drives them to school and is safe and dependable. She has had to manage unforeseen circumstances and has done it with confidence and...
Courtney M.
Kyla O.
Minneapolis, MN
$22-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kyla. I have experience in many different care situations including a family with four boys under the age of 11 as well as a family with one sweet little girl who loved it when I would bring her fishing.
I am fascinated about everything outdoors. I love taking kids on walks to the park where we can play tag...
Kyla can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kyla was a wonderful babysitter for our two young girls. It was our first time having someone outside family watching the kids and she made us feel so at ease. I loved that she brought her own books to read with the girls, made cookies with them, and the immediate...
Rose K.
Emma C.
Minneapolis, MN
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 27-year-old licensed educator with over 13 years of experience working with children. I have been a nanny, camp counselor, Para educator, and special education teacher. I have always loved working with children! Covering some basics: I have my own car and I am willing to drive children to activities. I love all...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emma was awesome! She was on time and even stayed later. My son had nothing but great things to say."
Kendall B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone,
My name is Thamires, I'm 27 years old, and I'm from Brazil. I recently moved to Bloomington and I'm in search of a great match.
With over 12 years of experience in childcare, I started caring for children as a teenager in Brazil, helping my mother with my younger siblings and looking after children of friends and...
Thamires can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Super patient, kind and respectful!! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Sophie, and I'm excited to provide care for people of all ages. I'm a student at the University of Minnesota pursuing a degree in psychology and political science, and I am passionate about helping with with the everyday demands of life!
I have 5 years of experience in both special needs and non-special needs childcare...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sophia was a wonderful P/T nanny to our autistic son for a year and a half when she was studying in Chicago. She is caring, patient. and knowledgeable and understood him very well. She even visited the city recently and made the effort to visit and re-connect....
David B.
Thea S.
Minneapolis, MN
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I'm Thea I am 24 years old I have been working in caregiving for 10 years. I love being outside , reading books , I am not much of tv person but I dont mind a movie or 2 :)my approach on education development is by not being in front of a tv but more being a leader , being outside and enjoying nature with fun activities:) I have...
Thea can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Thea has been wonderful caring for my 2 year old son! She's patient, kind, dependable, and professional. It's such a relief to know my son is in good hands!"
Carole J.
Hi! My name is Liv. I'm a recent graduate of UMN's Elementary Education program currently living in South Minneapolis. Right now, I work as a second grade teacher in Saint Paul Public Schools. During my free time, I love playing/watching soccer, camping, biking, and cooking for my friends and family.
Outside of my classroom...
Olivia can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have worked as a nanny for the past 17 years, caring for and supervising children as old as 16, and as young as a newborn baby. I also have a daughter who is in college now, who I home schooled through her sophomore year in high school.
Susan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an educator available evenings and weekends :-) I have 7 years of experience working with kids in private and public settings, and I'm passionate about helping young people build positive memories and mindsets. I'm more than willing to help your family with chores, meals and errands as applicable. As an educator, I am also...
Sylvia P can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Really good with kids! Love being active!! Looking for after school or weekend babysitters? I am the perfect match :)
Bobbi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Alissa S.
Minneapolis, MN
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter, House Cleaner, Animal Sitter, And Dog Walker.
I have worked in the past at my grandmas In Home Daycare for 15 plus years, throughout my school years I did online schooling. I have also done babysitting on my own for my grandmas daycare children and neighbor children as well. I have been caring for a little boy for 5 years now that I still care for after school.
I am more...
Alissa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Mamaka K.
Minneapolis, MN
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced And Caring Babysitter Available On Weeknights And Weekends.
I am a current graduate and taking gap year or two to prepare for PA school. I've loved working with kids ever since I got my first real job during my first semester of college as a tutor/mentor at a local middle school. I am well experienced with kids because I am surrounded by them 24/7. I have two brothers 8 and 10 who I look...
Mamaka can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I helped daycare when I was around 7 years old till I was 12 and started babysitting on my own for kids around the neighborhood. I also have a baby sister that is 3 who I watch from time to time. I have always been very good with kids. I was a nanny this past year for an amazing family whom I really connected with. Unfortunately...
Alex can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a reliable, patient, and creative nanny looking for some kiddos to babysit this year. Last summer I worked for two family's with children ranging from 1-5. This winter I got the opportunity to nanny a 4-month-old and 2-year-old triplets! I've also had experience working at an elementary school with children ranging...
Autumn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am an upcoming sophomore at the University of Minnesota and will be pursuing elementary education. I have several years of experience with jobs related to childcare and pet care. I volunteered in a second grade classroom this past school year (2023-24). I volunteered in a second grade classroom, 4/5th grade elementary...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Hired for an overnight babysitting job and had her over for a trial run to watch the kids before heading out of town. She showed up 10 min late and hadn't texted or called to let us know she was running behind. After watching the boys as a trial run she texted that...
Alecia P.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Minneapolis, MN
Natassja S.
5.0
Absolutely wonderful experience! She took such great care of our 3 yr old son! She took him to play games, swimming, dinner and ended the night with a bath! Our son had a better night out then us! Definitely will be asking her to watch our son again.
- Darrin J.
Melissa C.
5.0
Our one year old warmed up to Melissa immediately, and I think she did a fantastic job while giving us a date night out. She’s friendly, professional, and you can tell she really cares about kids. Also A+ communication. I would hands-down hire her again!
- Jenna C.
Taityana A.
5.0
We loved Taityana! She was the first sitter we’ve used and she did a wonderful job with our two young boys. Prompt, warm, and down to build forts! Couldn’t ask for more.
- Nicole B.
Johanna L.
5.0
Johanna has just begun watching our two little ones, and shows great presence and interest in what they are thinking and doing. This is a treat for us, given that we prefer to limit movies, and love to see our kids engaged. Thanks, Johanna!
- Amelia B.
Michaela H.
5.0
Michaela has been such a blessing to our family. She easily and competently manages our twins between my house and their dads. She drives them to school and is safe and dependable. She has had to manage unforeseen circumstances and has done it with confidence and grace. I'm so thankful for her!
- Courtney M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Minneapolis, MN:
How can I find a Minneapolis babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Minneapolis, 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 655 babysitters in Minneapolis, MN on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Minneapolis, MN?
The average rate for Minneapolis, MN babysitters on Care.com is $18.62 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 Minneapolis, MN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Minneapolis, 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.
Ratings for Minneapolis, MN babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Minneapolis, MN are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 265 reviews of the 655 listed babysitters.