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679 babysitters are listed in Boise, ID
The average rate is $16/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Boise, ID
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a silly, fun, loving gal who loves hanging out with kiddos! I have been working as a full time freelance tutor/babysitter for the past 2 years. I have been serving in kids ministry and high school ministry at my church for the last two and a half years, so I love working with kiddos of all ages. I love to sing and...
Makayla can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Makayla had been a wonderful math tutor for my kids for the last few years. She has worked with them on 3rd grade through 5th grade curriculum and managed to make it fun and keep them engaged. They look forward to her coming each day.
Makayla has also become our...
Kristi W.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I was a stay-at-home mom and loved raising my children. Now my kids are both at BSU and I miss taking care of younger children so much. I have several families I babysit for, ranging from being a full-time nanny to occasional sitting. I specialize in caring for infants and helping nursing mothers. I'm comfortable with any age...
Claire can also help with: Travel
5.0
"Claire is a treasure! I work from home and use Claire as backup when my children's schools are closed, so I've had the opportunity to watch her in action. She's always fully present with my kids, singing and playing with my toddler and indulging my older daughter's...
Josephine R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Isabella L, I am 21 yrs old and a Social Work Major. My family and I moved to the North End of Boise in the summer of 2019 and I am looking to re-enter the care. com scene for this summer. I have been babysitting/nannying for over 5 years now, besides having maintained and kept my First Aid/CPR/AED certification...
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Isabella is a God send! She has a signature way of organizing and cleaning. Imagine walking into your home and feeling like you're in a hotel. When I asked her how she got to be so organized for only being 19 years old, she said whatever she does she makes sure...
Yumna S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Cassandra, and I have over 6 years of experience babysitting. I am currently a student at Grand Canyon University, and I'm home in Boise for the summer. During my school year at GCU, I worked as a personal trainer and babysitter for kids in the Phoenix area. I absolutely love kids, and I am excited to meet you and...
Cassandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My daughter asked when she could come back to play. That is high praise from a girl who doesn't usually think very highly of babysitters. What a relief to know she's happy and safe when I need to be away from home."
Alison S.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
There is nothing I love more than working with kids. I have several years of experience nannying and tutoring. I have worked with typical as well as special needs and ESL children. I have worked with every age group, from newborns to teenagers, and I love them all. I am fluent in Spanish and would love the chance to help with...
Sierra can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Sierra was amazing and helped care for our children during the COVID pandemic which was a really difficult and demanding time. She helped stay on top of their school work and transportation and helped cook meals too. We really enjoyed having her and her adorable...
Cherie H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a recent graduate student looking to provide local family care. I am a teacher-in-training, and I have experience in baby sitting young elementary-level students, as well as middle and high school students. Tutoring, small household chores, and other jobs may be negotiated.
Haydyn can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Haydyn watched our 20 month old son a couple of mornings while we moved to a new home. She was very punctual and clearly good with children. We would definitely hire Haydyn again."
Shelley T.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Isabella and I am 24 years old. I am CPR/first aid certified. My school schedule is extremely flexible so I am able to help whenever. I have 8+ years of experience nannying/babysitting and working with kids is my passion. I have worked with all ages and am comfortable helping with extra housecleaning, homework help,...
Isabella can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I had trained Isabella at a special education school & she was very quick to pick up on her duties as well as caring for the children with her full attention, her caring & compassionate approach made every person feel welcome & safe. She will make a great...
Cole P.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Jordyn and I am currently attending Boise State University where I am working towards my Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a Minor in Family Studies. I have future plans of attending grad school for clinical counseling specializing in children and youth. I am the oldest sibling and cousin in my family which has...
Jordyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Jordyn has been fantastic for our family. She’s responsive, great with our kiddos, and we felt comfortable with her off the get-go. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Isabella and I would love to take care of your child/children! I have had over six years of experience working with children of all ages. I have worked at my local Y for two years working and playing with kids from only 6 weeks to 18 years, I have been a Teacher's Aid at In His Hands Daycare, and I recently...
Isabella can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We've been using Isabella for the last three months, and she has been amazing. First off our kids lover her, she's great with them, keeps them engaged, gets them outside and is proactive with her communication as she goes about the day coordinating coordinating...
Cooper B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat for many years for families with children of various ages. I typically just babysit but have previous nanny experience as well. I hold an EMT, CPR, BLS, and First Aid certification/ license. I am in the process of going to school to get my nursing degree and would love to find a job that can work around my school...
Katrina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Katrina is great with kids, reliable and trustworthy. Would use her again! She has a heart for kids and is very kindhearted."
Rachael W.
Lisa F.
Boise, ID
$12-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Looking To Watch Children On An As-Needed Or Very Part-Time Basis On Nights And Weekends
5.0
(14)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I have an AA in Child Development, a BS in Speech Therapy and am CPR and First Aid certified. I have been in the child care field for over 30 years. I have been a head teacher of an infant/toddler class, a preschool teacher, an assistant director of a preschool, and a nanny. I currently watch 2 kids from my home off Maple Grove...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We are so happy we found Lisa to take over as our main sitter for our son. He is always happy when we pick him up and Lisa is so great at keeping kids engaged and planning fun activities. I've learned from her some great ideas of places to go and even new things to...
Sara H.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you for considering me to look after your little ones. Here's a little bit about me! I am 24 years old and have lived here in Boise my entire life. I am married with two little boys (ages 2 years and 9 months). I am also in college pursuing a degree in English with a creative writing emphasis. I absolutely love...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily is the first sitter I've used outside of family and friends. She is fantastic and I was immediately comfortable with her watching my children! She was very responsive throughout the evening. My son and daughter (6 & 3) had no complaints and would like her to...
Erica B.
5.0
(2)
I've worked with children for over 35 years! I started out babysitting, have worked as a camp counselor, day care teacher, preschool teacher, and then found my calling as a nanny as well as raising (and homeschooling) my own three children. I have experience with children of all ages, the most with infants and toddlers. I am...
Renee can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Renee was our families nanny for 7 years and was an incredible addition to our family (then and still to this day). She brought care, connection and love to our kids. She is my mommy mentor and I learned so much from her as a new mom. I have employed a lot of...
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 sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, grooming
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a caring, attentive, patient, and fun-loving person, and I take the responsibility of caring for children seriously. I have around 10 years of experience working with children of various ages. I have worked both full-time and part-time as a nanny, and for nearly two years I also worked as a behavior therapist at an autism...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sam is a wonderful babysitter! She gets on the floor and plays with the kids in a very engaging way. She has a loving and caring relationship with our 1.5 and 3.5 year old. She is genuine, comfortable, confident, artistic, and creative. We have loved having her...
Jeremy K.
Josie B.
Boise, ID
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Josie and I am a recent law graduate from Cardozo School of Law!
I am currently waiting for my new Staff Attorney position to begin & in the meantime am looking for odd jobs to get me through.
I grew up babysitting and nannied all through college, so I figured why not go back to what I always loved doing!...
Josie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Bubbly personality, warm and fuzzy demeanor, and immediate connection with my boys. They absolutely adore Josie and request that she be back every time we need a sitter. Extremely responsible, reliable, and does it all with integrity. "
Andrea O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, families! I've been around kids of all ages since I was a kid myself. I love spending time with children and watching them grow, in many ways! I grew up in Napa, California but am currently living in Boise, Idaho, and would love to help any families in need of a babysitter around the Boise area! I hope to see you soon!
Clare can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"You can tell that Clare really cares, she is very friendly and responsible. She arrived promptly, and was good with our son. I think she would be a super fun nanny or babysitter for kids that are old enough to play games around the house or outside. She was a very...
Samantha A.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as adventurous, fun and goofy.
I like working with kids because I find joy in making kids smile and helping them be their true self's. It's good they remember to enjoy the little things in life!
I'm looking for a job that offers a positive environment & memorable experiences!
I started working...
Trinity can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Trinity was able to engage with our grandson. Spent time listening to his stories. Played games with him. He always asks when she can stay with him again. He considers her his friend!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kaylee, and I am currently a student at BSU where I am pursuing a degree in Kinesiology and then going on to medical school to get my Doctorates in Osteopathy. I am very open to helping families with any needs! I love children and have been babysitting/nannying for about 5years. I can work with kids of any age....
Kaylee can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Kaylee was great for our family! She came in for a long day with our two year old and 4 month old and did a fantastic job! She was also responsive and asked great questions!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I've been doing babysitting since I was 13 and also have a niece and nephew I regularly take care of. I'm an animal science major at BYUi so I'm looking for a fun way to save money for college during my break. I love cleaning and I can cook as well so anything you need from me I can do it!
Juliet can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"definitely looking forward to hiring Juliet again! Came on such short notice, very nice and easy to talk to!"
Noemi G.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Boise, ID
Makayla W.
5.0
Makayla had been a wonderful math tutor for my kids for the last few years. She has worked with them on 3rd grade through 5th grade curriculum and managed to make it fun and keep them engaged. They look forward to her coming each day.
Makayla has also become our go-to dog sitter anytime we are out...
- Kristi W.
Claire K.
5.0
Claire is kind and loyal. She attends to the emotional and developmental needs of our son and is always creative in her approach. We love working with Claire!
- Megan D.
Isabella L.
5.0
Isabella is a God send! She has a signature way of organizing and cleaning. Imagine walking into your home and feeling like you're in a hotel. When I asked her how she got to be so organized for only being 19 years old, she said whatever she does she makes sure it's done perfectly. I appreciated...
- Yumna S.
Cassandra H.
5.0
My daughter asked when she could come back to play. That is high praise from a girl who doesn't usually think very highly of babysitters. What a relief to know she's happy and safe when I need to be away from home.
- Alison S.
Sierra B.
4.0
Sierra did great with our little ones, however I think our two kids and her two kids may have been too overwhelming. She would clean while she was here which was lovely. She is friendly and her own children are great.
She did give us less than a weeks notice which was unexpected and didn't give...
- Nykol R.
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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 679 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 $16.27 per hour as of June 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 208 reviews of the 679 listed babysitters.