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672 babysitters are listed in Boise, ID
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Boise, ID
Mary B.
Boise, ID
$22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
*At this time I am only available for one time jobs/date nights. Thank you!
Hello, my name is Mary! I enjoy interacting with and learning from children and have spent the last 7 years working with them. I spent 3 years at a Waldorf and Montessori-inspired daycare as a caregiver/teacher. During my time there, I learned a lot...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mary is incredible with kids of all ages. She watched my daughters from the age of 18 months until my oldest was three. She's sweet and nurturing and truly has a heart meant for working with children."
Emily B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Kelly, I have been babysitting since was 10. I have looked after everyone from infants to pre-teens. I was a nanny for a couple years and absolutely loved it. I am currently preschool teacher and am going to school for my Elementary Education BA. I currently am working full time with a family and in October I will be...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kelly is great - you won't be disappointed. Great attitude, hard worker, caring and careful with the kids, fun, energetic and artistic. She cared for our two young boys and they loved her!"
Deborah K.
Savannah I.
Boise, ID
$45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Savannah. I have 13 years nannying/babysitting experience. I am from Boise, Idaho but have been living in Utah, Texas, Florida, Indiana, and New York for the last 7 years while attending school and working as a nanny and Occupational therapist. I have experience with children 5 months- 12 years and as a live-in...
Savannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Absolute angel and still my kid's favorite!"
Chelsea L.
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Gracie. I have 2 years of experience with babysitting/nannying. I can help with cooking, errands, drop offs and pick ups. I am first aid and CPR certified. I also have my CNA certifications with professional work experience in the hospital. A little bit about me is that I am currently in the nursing program at...
Gracie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We’ve loved having Gracie as a sitter! My kids were always happy to see her and she was always happy to play with them. She was dependable and always arrived on-time. Our schedule changed so we no longer need a summer sitter. We’re going to miss her! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Taryn!
-I have 8 years of experience within babysitting and house/dog sitting.
-I can help with Light Housekeeping
-Cooking/Meal Preparation.
-I was 13 when I started babysitting and have loved it ever since. I've also been housesitting since I was 15.
-I have 2 little sisters, one is 5 and the other is 2. I've...
Taryn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Taryn is always on time, loves Kids and animals, kind, attentive and give her a task she gets things done. "
Care member
Kennedy M.
Boise, ID
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kennedy, I am a college student who is very dependable, honest, kind and resilient. I have worked in child care for five years; babysitting, nannying, and working at a kids care facility. I am first aid and CPR certified, have experience with children who have disabilities, cared for ages 6weeks-14yrs. I love to...
Kennedy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kennedy is a natural. I have a very difficult four year old and she had no trouble at all. Kennedy has my full trust and I highly recommend her."
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Katelyn E.
Boise, ID
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Katelyn. I have a full time job working with as an intervention specialist with special needs kiddos during the week. I am looking for part time work on the weekends cleaning houses or babysitting. I have my bachelors degree in child development and have over 10 years experience working with children. I also have...
Katelyn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
4.0
"Interviewed very well. She was a wonderful candidate. The only thing that kept us from moving forward with the application process was the distance and commuting time."
Jennifer D.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*NO CURRENT AVAILABILITY* My name is Kat, and I am a 28-year-old FTM, with a 2yo girl. I am an artist and adventurer and try making even the most daunting tasks fun for the kids! I spent several years running a photography studio, and years before that I worked in house cleaning. I have experience working with children ages...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kat was wonderful with both my kids. They absolutely adored her and my daughter took to her right away. (That says a lot since my daughter likes no one ha ha) She did a wonderful job of getting my son off his iPad and more into playing with his toys or coloring. I...
Timothy S.
Kayla J.
Boise, ID
$18-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced And Compassionate Nanny: Providing Exceptional Care For Your Little Ones
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced and passionate nanny, eager to join your household. With over 8 years of experience, I've developed a deep love for working with children of all ages, including those with special needs. I've served as a full-time nanny for multiple families, providing overnight care and date night sitting. My experiences have...
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kayla is VERY responsible. She plays with my kiddos, comes up with fun arts & crafts, interacts with them and makes things fun. She can cook, keeps the house tidy and always keeps me informed on everything. I would recommend her. "
Care member
Samantha B.
Boise, ID
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an animal lover at heart and have a lot of experience with many different kinds. I've owned/taken care of cats my whole life, ranging from the docile house kitty to outdoor cats that don't like to be cooped up. My family used to own both alpacas and pygmy goats which I have cared for on a daily basis (feeding, cleaning the...
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting, daily feeding
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a student at boise state universities, currently in the social work program, looking to offer my time and love to your family! With 7 plus years of experience in childcare with all age ranges, I can promise that safety and joy will be the center of importance when I am around! Date nights, grocery runs, driving to and from,...
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cate is the most caring nanny we have ever hired. Best of the best!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi Parents and Guardians,
I am so looking forward to meeting you and your beautiful family.
I have 10+ years of childcare experience with ages newborn to 14 years with the most experience in newborns - two years. I have experience with physical/mental disabilities and with medication administration.
With your permission, I...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah is one of the most unique, creative and incredibly responsible people I have ever met. She relates so well to the children, and goes out of her way to make sure they engage in creative and educational activities. She's a true gem! "
Shoshana M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kate Boyer, and I am a current full time student at Boise State University, studying pre-nursing!
I have 3 years of professional child care experience, including but not limited to nannying, household tasks, meal prep, etc. I love kids, and I am more than willing to play and entertain your kiddos!
In my free...
Kate can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Kate was awesome, very sweet with our toddler. We needed a last minute sitter, she responded quickly and was professional. "
Care member
Isabella M.
Boise, ID
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a 21-year-old special education TA. I am looking for a nannying job for the next two weeks. I am currently going to school to be an elementary school teacher and working with kids is my passion.
Chelsea E.
Boise, ID
$25-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Chelsea. I'm a Physician Assistant currently between jobs. I have 2 years of volunteer childcare experience , working with ages 0 - 13 in a setting. I also have 1 year of experience teaching English with children ages 6 - 14, with lots of experience planning educational activities for little ones. I'm certified in CPR,...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Chelsea is among our best and most dependable volunteers. It is evident that she loves working with children, and she is very talented. Children seem to adore her and love spending time with her. She is incredibly flexible and adaptable when interacting with...
Karen W.
Laura J.
Boise, ID
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello! I accepted a long term role starting in 2023. I am no longer looking for more work at this point, but unable to change this on my account. Thanks for stopping by! :)
- Laura
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We got really lucky with Laura!
It's hard to figure out who to select to take care of our kids from just an online profile but we feel like we struck gold with Laura.
She's been with us almost 2 years watching our now 2 year old girl.
When our 4 year old wasn't...
Care member
Adriana D.
Boise, ID
$19/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, energetic and caring! childcare available.
In my spare time, I like to watch movies, do activities in the sun and spend time relaxing at home!
My skills include fluent Spanish, 3 years of ASL and awesome caregiving skills!
Adriana can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"Adrianna is amazing with my kids and has been a great role model for them (: thank you I hope you stay around forever !!!"
Lauren S.
5.0
(1)
Jessica is passionate about education and child development and is a mother of two children (3 and 1). She is a certified K-8 teacher and is currently employed by K12 Private International Academy as a virtual teacher/'customer support'. She has 7 years of teaching and nannying experience ranging from preschool - 5th grade....
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jess has been taking care of my son since he was 3 months old, and not only do I have complete and total confidence that he is safe, I also know that he is a happier, more adventurous, well-rounded kid because of her.
Routine communication was made through the...
Andrew S.
5.0
(4)
Currently unavailable
Being around children and caring for them is a joy and second nature to me- I am the oldest of 5 siblings, aunt to 3 that live next door, and I graduated with a degree in elementary education. After graduation, I volunteered as a kindergarten teacher in Guatemala, then came home and found a half day job...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hire Katherine before someone else does! She is practically perfect in every way. We love Katherine. Would still have her as a nanny although we moved. She’s tender hearted, loving, maternal and does a great job folding laundry! Even though she’s not working with...
Care member
4.0
(1)
I am a highly motivated and compassionate self-starter hoping to become a part of your family! I would be thrilled to start an in-person dialogue should your family need any additional help.
I've had the great pleasure of working in the customer service industry for 6 years, but having been a nanny and Au Pairing in Germany, I...
Briana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Boise, ID
Mary B.
5.0
Throughout her time with us as our nanny, Mary consistently displayed reliability, professionalism, and exceptional childcare expertise. Her calm and caring approach endeared her to both our 3-month-old baby and our energetic 3-year-old. Mary seamlessly transitioned into caring for our newborn,...
- Melissa J.
Kelly F.
5.0
Our son absolutely loved spending time with Kelly.
- Shawn R.
Savannah I.
5.0
Absolute angel and still my kid's favorite!
- Chelsea L.
Gracie B.
5.0
We’ve loved having Gracie as a sitter! My kids were always happy to see her and she was always happy to play with them. She was dependable and always arrived on-time. Our schedule changed so we no longer need a summer sitter. We’re going to miss her!
- Care member
Taryn B.
5.0
Taryn is always on time, loves Kids and animals, kind, attentive and give her a task she gets things done.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Boise, ID:
How can I find a Boise babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Boise, ID 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 672 babysitters in Boise, ID on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Boise, ID?
The average rate for Boise, ID babysitters on Care.com is $16.37 per hour as of May 2024. 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 Boise, ID?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Boise, ID through Care.com. As of 2024, 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 Boise, ID babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Boise, ID are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 215 reviews of the 672 listed babysitters.