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I worked in a in home daycares and accredited daycare centers for 5+ years. I am CPR certified and up to date on all vaccinations, etc. I have taken classes in shaken baby, SIDS, etc.
Miranda can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I've been babysitting since I was 12. I have an 11yo daughter who will be in 5th grade, and I am home-schooling her until next year. I've been a full-time live-in nanny, as well as worked in a daycare. My last job as a nanny was for two girls, one 4 yo & a 2 yo. Both their parents are now able to work from home so I am...
Bayleigh can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Excellent with the children, has been with us for over a year and continue to use her. Don't know what we would do without her. We have a 21/2 and 8 month old. She teaches them so much, they adore her and is very reliable. Highly recommend "
Aundria R.
Greta E.
Saint Paul, MN
$26/hr • 8 yrs exp
Open To Part-time Or One-time Childcare, Pet Care And Housesitting!
4.8
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Greta! I'm a recent Macalester College graduate living in St Paul, available for childcare, pet care, or housesitting. I've described some of my experience below, but feel free to reach out with any questions :)
Raised by a preschool teacher, I have been working with kids almost my life. In high school, I...
Greta can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Greta is very kind, honest, and reliable. My 5yo really enjoyed spending time with her and she managed to keep him pretty busy throughout the day. We had her over a couple of times already, and she's always punctual, very understanding and easy to get along with....
Carolina M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been providing childcare for children of all ages since I was 11 years old. It started with my family and expanded to friends, relatives and neighbors. I love engaging in children, and offer a variety of activities such as reading, arts & crafts, playing board, card games, sports and outside activities etc. I also tutor...
Jan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We love Jan!! Best sitter and much more I have ever found. She is comfortable with my 4 crazy boys and they love her. She has the energy, the love for kids, excitement, and confidence to make leaving so easy and comfortable. When we have Jan coming, we know she...
Danielle B.
Isabella S.
Hampton, MN
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Isabella and I have been a babysitter/nanny for the past 10 years. I grew up on a small family farm outside of Farmington so have experience with animals/pets. I am the oldest at home in a family of 7 siblings so I also have lots of experience with children/infants, meal prep, house cleaning, etc.
I am a registered...
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Special Needs Care
Verity F.
Minneapolis, MN
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Fun College Student Who Is Missing The Kids I Sit For At Home!
5.0
(2)
I have been a sitter for around 5 years! I am a sophomore at the University of Minnesota- Twin cities studying nutrition. I have experience with many different families in my home town (Oak Park, IL) from ages 3-10 as well as all different pets! I am open and willing to help with things that need to get done around the house....
Verity can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I highly recommend Verity as a wonderful babysitter and nanny. She is not only kind and nurturing but also incredibly organized, dependable, trustworthy and patient. She set appropriate boundaries with my kids while bringing an element of fun and creativity to each...
Care member
4.4
(12)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I am a grandmother of 2 children, one boy and one girl. They are already taken care of so I am looking to fill my time assisting a family as a nanny or babysitter doing laundry/housecleaning. I have raised my children who are now young, wonderful adults so I have that experience of wisdom and knowledge to share with other young...
Audrey can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Audrey came to our house for an interview, and although it did not work our based on our schedule, she is on top of our list for future needs. My reserved 19 month old twins bonded with her instantly. She is very sweet, nice and calm. I highly recommend her as a...
Sri L.
Liz W.
Saint Paul, MN
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hey, I'm Liz. I am a sophomore studying at Environmental Sciences at the university of Denver. I am home for winter break and would love to pick up some babysitting gigs. I have coached gymnastics as well as babysat for the past 6 years. I am CPR certified.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Gihara I'm a senior at Marquette studying Biomedical Sciences. I'm originally from Minnesota. I enjoy cooking, reading, working out and spending time with my family and friends. My mom owns an at-home daycare where I have helped out at since I was 12 years old as a teacher's aid doing tasks such circle time,...
Natalia M.
Saint Paul, MN
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I love being around children and find great joy in both entertaining them and vice versa! For me it is super awesome to be around and care for younger souls who can be very intelligent, observant and intuitive without even realizing it. Not to mention children, when comfortable with the people around them, are obviously very...
Natalia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Abigail T.
Burnsville, MN
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as energetic, creative, and thoughtful.
I like working with kids because they're so fun!
I'm looking for a job that is flexible and fun.
I started working with kids when I was about 12 or 13. My mom had an at home daycare which I helped out with for some years before then as well. As soon as I...
Emilie M.
Saint Paul, MN
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Emilie and I just finished my sophomore year at Drake Unviersity. I am home fo the summer and am looking to make some money babysitting. I am looking for as needed/date night openings. I enjoy spending time with kids and would love to help take care of your child! In addition to being one of five children and...
Emilie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hello there! I am an Occupational Therapist by trade and have experience working in pediatric and older adult/memory care settings. I have a diverse background in childcare working as a babysitter and personal care assistant for children of a variety of ages and abilities: from babysitting four kids at a time to being a...
Bridget can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I have an associates degree in Early Childhood Education, and have many years of experience in this field. I worked as a teacher in a childcare center for 2 years, while working on my education, followed by working as a nanny for over 7 years; then also provided in-home childcare from my home in Hudson, WI for 12 years.
Stacy can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents and caregivers! I'm Bethel. I'm 19 years old, and have a passion for little ones! I have multiple years of experience in babysitting, nannying, and caring for persons with special needs. I'd love to fill your families life with fun, creativity, and assistance in daily home life and child care.
Bethel can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Jamie G.
Minneapolis, MN
$24/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Jamie and I live in South Minneapolis. I am a stay at home mom of a ninth grade girl and a 4th grade girl. I nannied quite a bit for multiple families before covid started (so I do have references) and would love to start babysitting/nannying again! I have also been a mom for 15 years and I worked at a day care...
Jamie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jaime did a wonderful job. She took great care of our 2 cats and keep us updated on how our cats were doing while we were away."
Nancy T.
I am an enthusiastic, experienced childcare worker who would love the chance to work with you and your family. I believe in providing exciting, creative, and personalized enrichment opportunities for children of all ages to help them grow. As well as creating a safe and caring environment that to help children develop curiosity,...
Andrea A.
Minneapolis, MN
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Andrea and I am currently a graduate student at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities. I have done a lot of babysitting and have worked in a childcare settings in the past. I have experience with children age 6 weeks - 18 years. In the past two years I have done a lot of work in coaching and therapeutic...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, my name is Vanessa! I love spending time with kids of all ages! I am fun, patient, reliable, caring, and responsible. I'm currently a Senior at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, majoring in nursing. Throughout high school, I was an occasional babysitter. I have had experience volunteering with 3rd-graders at an...
Vanessa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
Hi, moms and dads! My name is Maggie. I started babysitting when I was just 14 years old and worked my way through college.
Now, at 42, I've been a stay-at-home mom for 16 years, raising my own 6 kids, with my youngest being 7. I am eager to welcome your child into our home while you're at work. Caring for children brings me...
Maggie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
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Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Cottage Grove, MN
Bayleigh A.
5.0
Bayleigh has been great part-time many for us. We home school our children and she has been amazing helping the kids, along with adding a few personalized pieces to it (manners, Bible Study, hand writing and music). Would highly recommend!!
- Megan S.
Greta E.
5.0
Greta is very kind, honest, and reliable. My 5yo really enjoyed spending time with her and she managed to keep him pretty busy throughout the day. We had her over a couple of times already, and she's always punctual, very understanding and easy to get along with. We really like having her over!
- Carolina M.
Jan L.
5.0
We love Jan!! Best sitter and much more I have ever found. She is comfortable with my 4 crazy boys and they love her. She has the energy, the love for kids, excitement, and confidence to make leaving so easy and comfortable. When we have Jan coming, we know she will be right on time, reliable,...
- Danielle B.
Verity F.
5.0
Verity is one of the most reliable and capable sitters we have ever had. She started as a sitter for us but over time, she also would run errands for me during the week as well as house and pet sit when we would travel. My children adore her as she is kind and creative! I highly recommend Verity!!!
- Care member
Audrey K.
5.0
Audrey is keeping my son busy all morning long! She is punctual and very helpful and easy to talk to! I'm currently at home working while she is here and enjoy the time I get while she she keeps him busy. She fits in with my family and gets laundry done and even makes meals!
- Jessica S.
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FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
How much do in-home babysitters charge near me in Cottage Grove, MN in November, 2024?
All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $15.00. This is just a baseline price to give you an idea of how much it can cost to hire an in-home babysitter. Years of experience, location, and desired babysitting duties like driving them home from school and tutoring can all impact the price a sitter charges.
What can in-home babysitters near me in Cottage Grove, MN help with?
In-home babysitter duties can vary greatly. Some can help with homework. Others may prefer to tackle in-home chores like laundry, cooking, and light housekeeping. You can review 1 profiles of in-home babysitters near you by the types of babysitter duties they are comfortable taking on.
How can I find in-home babysitters near me in Cottage Grove, MN?
You can now find babysitters online in Cottage Grove, MN with the help of babysitting websites like Care.com. Through Care.com, you can review 1 in-home babysitters near you who have your desired level of experience and skills, such as CPR training.