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60 babysitters are listed in Basalt, CO
The average rate is $17/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Basalt, CO
Leslie P.
Basalt, CO
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Leslie and I am a recent grad of Lafayette College. I am working in Aspen this winter season until April at The Little Nell and am eager to babysit on the side during my time here. I have babysat one time jobs and recurring jobs since middle school and have tutored elementary age children weekly through out...
Leslie can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Leslie is responsible, fun, outgoing and is great with kids of all ages. She took care of my kids from the time they were 5 & 7 and is still friends with them now that they are 14 & 16. Leslie is incredibly reliable and trustworthy. She is an excellent sailor and...
Lisa G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
have worked as a child care provider for multiple families, caring for children ages 1 month to 12 years. I am a DONA trained postpartum doula and love working with families. I enjoy swimming, snowboarding, being outdoors and traveling in my spare time. I have also worked as an environmental educator and have taught both...
Marianne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Marianne is the absolute best! She was with us and daughter from 3 months-1 1/2. Our daughter loved her! Unfortunately we had to move where we could no longer use her. Leaving my new born daughter to head back to work was so incredibly hard, Marianne definitely...
Kim K.
Valerie T.
Basalt, CO
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Mother of two ages 13 and 6 looking to help families in need of childcare. Have lived in Basalt for 13 years and love raising children in this valley. I love being around and taking care of kids.
Valerie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Valerie was great! She took great care of our 2 kids. She sent us updates on our kids throughout the day while we were skiing. We would definitely recommend her.
Matthew D.
Geraldine K.
Basalt, CO
$25-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
Registered Nurse With Years Of Experience Working With Seniors.
5.0
(1)
I have worked with seniors as a registered nurse for 2 years. Before I was an RN I worked with the elderly population as a certified nursing assistant. I thoroughly enjoy helping seniors achieve their health goals while maintaining their dignity and independence.
Geraldine can also help with: Visiting nurse, dementia, hospice services, respite care, home modification, personal care & more
Recent review:
5.0
Geraldine is very patient and kind. We only wish we could hire her full-time for our family loved one.
Megan J.
5.0
(1)
I have pet sat on and off through out the years. I once pet sat for a lady that had 10 cats, 2 dogs, and several large birds. I am happy to sit in your home or make visits as needed. I am comfortable with most breads of animals and am comfortable administering most medications, if needed. I have also assisted in Raptor...
Marianne can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a registered nurse for 13 years and half of those years I have been a pediatric private duty home health nurse for children with severe disabilities.
Before I became a nurse I worked as a childcare provider/nanny for 20 years.
I have two grown daughters, ages 19 and 24.
I love working with children.
Geraldine can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Gigi is amazing! She is the baby whisperer, I would not be able to be a working mom without her and would definitely suggest hiring her!!!
Care member
Andrea G.
Basalt, CO
$19-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am 24 years old. I am a responsible babysitter and pet sitter with 6 years of experience, caring for children as young as 3 months. I enjoy creating fun, engaging, and educational activities while practicing safety at the same time. I took a CDA class and also worked at a daycare for a couple of months.
My mom is a babysitter...
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Recent review:
5.0
Andrea did a phenomenal job taking care of our baby! She is so calm and kind. The baby loved her. She kept to the feeding schedule without any problem. Would definitely hire her again.
Helen M.
5.0
(2)
Hello, I was living in Boulder county for 30 years and moved to the Roaring Fork Valley almost three years ago. I have been an RN for 15 years and most of that time I have been a private duty home health nurse working with pediatric clients with disabilities as well as adults that required skilled nursing care. My two daughters...
Recent review:
5.0
Gigi is the best! She was with us for two years and she was amazing with my special needs son. She was amazing with all my children! She became like family to us and she really cared my little boy.
Jamie Y.
I am 26 years old and have cared for over 20 children for more than 10 families in the past. I have cared for families with 4 children and some with an only child. I have experience as a lifeguard and wilderness first responder, as well as working at a ski school. I also have 5 years experience in home care and ABA for people...
Kaitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I am Bridget, I am a recent graduate from Purdue University with a degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. I am currently working at the Treehouse at Snowmass Village. I have a large family with three siblings and over 20 cousins, half of which are under 10 years old! I love babysitting and getting to know the...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of childcare experience as a babysitter, a camp counselor, and a part-time nanny. I am also passionate about education and have experience as an elementary school classroom assistant and an outdoor educator. I am a certified wilderness first responder, which means I am trained in CPR and advanced first aid...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Elise has sat for my 7 month old a few times, and I will continue to book her! She is punctual, professional, nurturing and great with my daughter. I'd highly recommend Elise!
Suzie Z.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an outdoor enthusiast with a passion for working with children. I work as a Ski Instructor and Mountain Bike Coach at Aspen Snow mass and love cultivating supportive environments for children to explore, learn, and grow. I have been babysitting since 2006 and have cared for children of all ages.
I am fully...
Madison can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Maddie and I am an employee at Aspen ski co! I am a fun and loving person and I am very passionate about working with kids! I have had over 10 years of experience with babysitting and child care. I am comfortable working with kids of all ages!
Madalyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Andrea G.
Basalt, CO
$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Responsible babysitter and pet sitter with experience caring for children as young as 3 months. Skilled in creating fun, engaging, and educational activities, while demonstrating a priority for children's safety and well being. Trusted by parents, with mutual loving affection for all cared children and pets.
Andrea can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine
If you can think of it I can and will probably do it. Gardening, errand runs, groceries, food prep, filing, literally anything and everything!
Bridget V.
Basalt, CO
$20-35/hr
Hello! I am a recent graduate from Purdue University and received a Bachelor's Degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences with two minors in Gerontology and Human Development and Family Studies. I enjoy spending time with my grandparents and volunteering at a retirement home helping with the art and social department.
Bridget can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, transportation, meal prep, errands
I have always loved animals especially dogs. I have owned my own dogs for many years and I currently do not have any pets so I would love to spend time with yours.
Geraldine can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
I am CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard trained and I love kids! I am also an artist and world traveler and enjoy helping little ones create lasting masterpieces and explore!
Kenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I provide in-home pet sitting. I have many years of dog sitting experience and about a year with cat sitting experience. I provide respectful care to animals and have multiple references to show for it. My experience is typically small to medium dogs with recent (2) experiences with big dogs. I also have experience with...
Blanca L.
Basalt, CO
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Blanca. I grew up in the Roaring Fork Valley and I have my Bachelors degree in Social Work through Metropolitan State University. I enjoy reading, arts & crafts and love the outdoors. I have been caring for children for 6+ years as a babysitter. I have a lot of experience working with kids of all ages. I truly love...
Blanca can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Basalt, CO
Leslie P.
5.0
Leslie is responsible, fun, outgoing and is great with kids of all ages. She took care of my kids from the time they were 5 & 7 and is still friends with them now that they are 14 & 16. Leslie is incredibly reliable and trustworthy. She is an excellent sailor and knows her way around the water if...
- Lisa G.
Marianne W.
5.0
Marianne is the absolute best! She was with us and daughter from 3 months-1 1/2. Our daughter loved her! Unfortunately we had to move where we could no longer use her. Leaving my new born daughter to head back to work was so incredibly hard, Marianne definitely calmed my nerves with her care and...
- Kim K.
Valerie T.
5.0
Valerie was great! She took great care of our 2 kids. She sent us updates on our kids throughout the day while we were skiing. We would definitely recommend her.
- Matthew D.
Geraldine K.
5.0
Geraldine is very patient and kind. We only wish we could hire her full-time for our family loved one.
- Megan J.
Geraldine K.
5.0
Gigi is amazing! She is the baby whisperer, I would not be able to be a working mom without her and would definitely suggest hiring her!!!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Basalt, CO:
How can I find a Basalt babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Basalt, 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 33 babysitters in Basalt, CO 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 Basalt, CO?
The average rate for Basalt, CO babysitters on Care.com is $17.88 per hour as of April 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 Basalt, CO?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Basalt, CO 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 Basalt, CO babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Basalt, CO are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.