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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
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I am a traveling Registered Nurse and new to California! So far, I am loving it and made time to go see the ocean. Spectacular.
I care for adult cardiac patients, however I miss the little ones constantly and always find opportunities to babysit when I can.
I adore babies and toddlers and I'm great with school aged...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia was great! The kids loved her! She was very dependable, picked up the house and the kids were always happy when we got home. Would definitely recommend! "
Micah T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Maria and I'm a junior at Boise State studying art. I have 10 years of experience in childcare from taking care of my younger siblings to babysitting to nannying. I can help with all sorts of household and obscure tasks. I love to entertain kiddos with games, crafts, outings and more! :)
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maria was fun and energetic and great with our boys. We will definitely have her back!"
Virginia S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a happy, hard working, very flexible, helpful person. I love taking care of kids and helping families any reasonable way I can. I am taking care of my Nephew and Niece 3. 5 days a week, but I also have another job, as well. I've done a lot of babysitting throughout my life and I've nannied for 3 different families, in...
Cathy can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Cathy was wonderful with my baby. She played with her and took such great care of her. She was patient and kind and we were lucky to have Cathy!"
Valerie L.
Michelle W.
Boise, ID
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Michelle and I graduated in May 2018 from Boise State with a Psychology Major and Family Studies Minor. Previously, I worked at an alternative high school as a mentor teacher for the past five years. Currently, I am in school for Occupational Therapy. I have been a nanny on and off for 12 years and constantly...
Michelle can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
(2)
I have 5+ years of professional childcare experience including babysitting/nannying and working at a daycare. It's the most rewarding and fun job! I believe in gentle parenting. I enjoy being active with kids, going on walks, happy to drive them places. I am also a musician and happy to teach kids piano and create with them.
Mckenna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"McKenna is very active and my kids really enjoyed her. She is very kind and I would re-hire her "
Care member
4.4
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a fun, loving, silly gal who loves spending time with kiddos! I work full time as a freelance tutor/babysitter and am looking to fill my schedule for the rest of the school year. I have been tutoring for two years and I love seeing kids overcome challenges and build confidence. I can tutor all subjects, and I am...
5.0
"Makayla has been working with our two daughters for almost two years - tutoring, babysitting and house sitting. Our girls both absolutely love her. She goes above and beyond to keep them engaged with tutoring and is very attentive while babysitting (swims with...
Care member
Hannah R.
Boise, ID
$17/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi all, I am Hannah, a certified Early Childhood and Elementary teacher. I graduated from Utah State University in 2021, then got my first teaching job in Arizona that same year.
I taught 3rd grade for two years and learned a lot. I loved having my own classroom, watching my students grow, and learning how to help them succeed...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Hannah is the best Nanny we've ever had! She is so professional, reliable, and wonderful with kids. We were so lucky to have had her over the summer to take care of our baby. She would also help with dishes, folding laundry, and light cleaning. Hannah is a...
Ayesha N.
Cameron V.
Boise, ID
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
! I'm currently a Student at Boise State University! I'm studying business and also child development!! I have a valid license/I'm CPR certified and have been professionally babysitting for about 3 years. I really enjoy working with kids and looking for something close to my school!! I'm very outgoing and fun! I love going out...
Cameron can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cameron is a wonderful and joyful person to be around. She is grown-up with kids all of her life babysitting her little cousins every chance she gets. She works really well with young kids and cares a lot about what she does."
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have raised my own two... a son and daughter 33 and 35 yrs. old now. I have worked at two preschools: Primary Colors. I have also home taught 2 boys from different families through the elementary years. And I was employed at Learning Technics working with children through their learning challenges.
Teresa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Teresa is an excellent childcare provider. She is on time, easy to communicate via phone/text, responsible, and warm with my 4 year old twins. She is all for educational activities like puzzles, games, and crafts and even brings her own sometimes! My kids enjoy her...
Amanda C.
Jelena N.
Boise, ID
$15-21/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jelena and I come from Serbia, a small Eastern European country. I have lived in the United States for 11 years now. Before moving to Idaho 2 years ago, I lived in California for 2 years and Texas for 7 years. I hold a bachelor's degree in English Philology with major in Pedagogy. I always wanted to become a teacher,...
Jelena can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jelena helped us out last minute when our baby sitter fell through. She was punctual, great with the kids and flexible about the ending time. We plan on using Jelena again!"
Tina R.
Ava M.
Boise, ID
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience with babysitting ages new born-7 years old. I am great with doing fun activities and crafts for I am an art/fashion studies major. I love animals and have 2 cats of my own but also have lots of experience with dogs and smaller pets. With me your child with receive proper and safe care along with...
Ava can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
5.0
"Ava was great with our 2yr and newborn. She was creative and enjoyed her job. Our kids were always happy to see her. She was very flexible and easy to work with."
Sarah P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Haleigh, and I'd like to share with you a little bit about myself. I am 24 years old. I have lived in Boise for almost six years now. I moved here to be closer to family, and now I am currently attending University of Idaho full-time to obtain my BS in Virtual Technology and Design. My goal is to work in animation and...
Haleigh can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Haleigh is by far one of the BEST child care sitters EVER! She cared for my four year old granddaughter everyday for an entire month over the summer when she was here to visit. I was a bit unsure of hiring a complete stranger and was over protective as it was the...
Wendy B.
5.0
(2)
Although I don't have any children of my own, coming from a large family I have plenty of experience with kids of all ages.
Bonnie can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bonnie helped us a lot during an incredibly demanding time in our family, and she was able to take on her shoulders the responsibility of a very active toddler boy, who was always very happy to see her. People usually don't find a caring person like that in every...
Tiziana M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Shay. I've been caring and working with children for over 10 years. I have experience in caring for all ages, including infants and preschoolers, as well as home school and tutoring. I am currently a preschool teacher, and have taught pre-school children from 2-4 years.
I love to encourage learning, reading,...
Shaylyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Shay has been great working with my autistic daughter. She is also a great house sitter and animal watcher. She knows all about the books, movies and games that kids love."
Kim L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a nanny for over 10 years in various situations including babysitting and full time nanny positions. I am most experienced in caring for infants and toddlers, but enjoy children of all ages. I am skilled in caring for multiple young children and siblings. In any child caring role, I am an extension of the set...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rebecca was wonderful! Punctual, warm, friendly, and proactive with my children. I look forward to having her back again soon!"
Nicole S.
Natalie N.
Boise, ID
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Looking to babysit for date nights/ occasional childcare needs! I have over 10 years experience working with children aged 3 months to 6 years. I also have some experience working with school aged children. I absolutely love caring for children of all ages! It is such a joy to watch them grow and change and I feel privileged to...
Natalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Natalie is a natural with young children! She is calm, patient and relaxed and our whole family really loves her. Natalie is flexible, hardworking and very dependable. Any family would be lucky to have her caring for their child!"
Meg O.
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:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
Elli W.
Boise, ID
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 2 years of experience. Most of it was gained last summer when I babysat for families up at Gozzer Ranch in Coeur D' Alene Idaho. I am a Sophomore attending Boise State University so I am new to this area, but I am excited for the opportunity to babysit for new families!
Elli can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elli did a great job, showed up on time and was excellent with the kids and communicated well. Would definitely hire again!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
As an experienced nanny, I am thrilled to extend my passion for childcare to your family. With a nurturing and loving approach, I have a proven track record of creating a joyful and safe space for children to flourish.
My genuine love for fostering creativity and curiosity through outdoor and interactive, play and educational...
Ella can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Ella was fantastic! She was so sweet with my baby and I could tell that they had a great time. I would definitely hire her again."
Heather T.
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.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Boise, ID
Olivia B.
5.0
Olivia was so wonderful with our infant daughter. We would hire her again in a heartbeat and would definitely recommend her.
- Heather S.
Maria D.
5.0
Maria was fun and energetic and great with our boys. We will definitely have her back!
- Virginia S.
Cathy Q.
5.0
Cathy was wonderful with my baby. She played with her and took such great care of her. She was patient and kind and we were lucky to have Cathy!
- Valerie L.
Mckenna E.
5.0
McKenna is very active and my kids really enjoyed her. She is very kind and I would re-hire her
- Care member
Makayla W.
5.0
Makayla is an amazing tutor. She has helped me so much with English classes which I have really struggled in. She did a great job in helping me find the answers and not just giving me the answers. She helped explain where I needed more details in essays and why. I am more confident in my writing...
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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.