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Eleanor D.

Babysitter Available

Boulder, CO

4.8(1)
from
$20/hr
16 years experience·
Hired by 65 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting since I was about 14 years old, taking care of my younger sister and brothers before being able to expand my services. I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified, am not a smoker, and have my own car. I have been vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19, and I'm comfortable with dogs. I love spending time with children...

Care Member says "Eleanor helped out during our wedding day! Easy to communicate with, took great care of our daughter."

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Sierra H.

Outgoing Babysitter

Boulder, CO

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Sierra and I have been an elementary school teacher in Jefferson County for 2 years. I have been a nanny/babysitter for 7 years, and have worked with children ranging from newborn to teenagers. Most of my jobs I have held involved working with kids such as nannying, tutoring and teaching. I am CPR certified and have a...

Elisabeth S. says "My family loves Sierra! She is dependable and punctual and we enjoy her very much! She is also friendly and kind to my children. Will hire again!"

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Marisa H.

Part-Time + Occasional Babysitter/Nanny

Boulder, CO

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
I have 7 years of experience working first as a nanny & babysitter. Additionally, I'm CPR, AED, and infant first aid certified. I'd describe my personality as friendly, caring, and hard-working. I study biochemistry at CU Boulder and in my spare time, I volunteer in middle school ministry. I am honored to pass on my knowledge...

Laura L. says "Marisa is prompt, kind, and diligent with our newborn. Don’t hesitate to hire!"

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Lilly P.

Part-time Babysitter/Nanny

Boulder, CO

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I am 30-year-old health coach living in CO with my husband. I graduated from Chapman University in Southern California and then moved to CO where I now run a holistic health coaching business online. I began babysitting in high school, working with kids of all ages, and then continued to babysit post college. I love...

Courtney J. says "Lilly worked with us as our short-term nanny for our 13 month old son. She was amazing! Always on time. Made sure he was eating, drinking, and taking...

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Autumn M.

Babysitter/Tutor

Boulder, CO

5.0(1)
from
$41/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I am a graduate student hoping to tutor/babysit on weekends. I absolutely love working with children and come equipped with a bag of fun (which includes various board games, coloring books, and arts and craft supplies)! I am also capable and willing to do household chores and maintenance, such as cleaning, doing dishes, doing...

Shilpa C. says "Autumn watched our 20 month old son for 3 weeks this summer. She was his very first non-family member nanny and it was a major transition for him. She...

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Julia P.

Babysitter In Concord

Boulder, CO

4.6(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Julia. I am living in Truro for the summer before starting law school in August. I graduated from the University of Denver in 2022. I have nearly 10 years of experience in childcare. I was a nanny in high school and college. I have taught youth soccer, and I was a math tutor for my university's athletic department. I've...

Boris M. says "Julie watched my 2 kids (10 and 12) for an afternoon and did a great job. Kids loved her. I highly recommend her."

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Suhua Y.

Boulder, CO

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Suhua. I am 46 years old. I have a son in college. I am living in the Boulder area. I have over 9 years experience as a long term nanny. I have worked taking care of children all ages from newborn up to 13 years old. I have 4 years experience as a nanny share. I have also worked as a Chinese teacher for...

Anastasia O. says "Suhua is a wonderful and caring nanny! I am a first-time mom, and I instantly felt comfortable handing over care of my daughter to her. She knows how...

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Amelia A.

Boulder, CO

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'm available for babysitting on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays. I've been babysitting since I was 14 and have completed several developmental and behavioral psychology courses, giving me a strong foundation for working with children. I cared for two boys in Boulder for one year, handling school pickups, activities,...

Care Member says "Our daughter absolutely loved her. "

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Maria E C.

Boulder, CO

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience nannying and babysitting. I stay in close touch with many families even as their children are now entering college. I like to connect with children and help them learn and explore while they're in my care. I like to be active and engage with children to make sure they have an enriching time while...

Care Member says "Maria is a bright light! She was incredible with my two boys. The loved being around her, and always had so much fun with her."

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Linzie H.

Boulder, CO

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 24 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Linzie :) I am 23 years old. I currently live in Erie, but I am willing to travel 30-45min. I graduated from CU with a degree in psychology. I am currently pursuing a masters degree in social work (mostly online). I love spending time with kids when I am not doing school work. I have been nannying and babysitting...

Care Member says "Linzie looked after my two boys on relatively short notice. She was friendly, prompt, and made everyone feel comfortable. The boys had a great night."

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Tess C.

Boulder, CO

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Tess and I'm a sophomore at CU Boulder, but originally from Parker, CO. I'm open to longer-term jobs as well as one time jobs. I have 3 younger siblings so I've grown up helping out with them: from changing diapers to making lunches to helping with homework. Additionally, I babysat for other families starting at...

Marina M. says "Tess was on time, very patient and respectful. She put our 3 YO son to bed on time and read him stories back to sleep when he woke up. I lost my handbag...

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Megan K.

Boulder, CO

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
As a natural caretaker, I have always been drawn to the growth and development of children. My passion for childcare has been nurtured through my previous babysitting roles, where I gained valuable hands-on experience. My patient, calm, and creative personality allows me to connect with children on a deeper level, making their...

Joe M. says "Megan has watched our young daughters on several occasions and they love spending time with her. She is incredibly reliable and trustworthy. I recommend...

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Sam M.

Fun Sitter With Lots Of Laughs :)

Boulder, CO

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Sam and I am a college graduate currently getting my masters in holistic healing. I absolutely love children and working with them. I have been babysitting children of all ages for the past nine years and feel confident with my experience. Babysitting has always been something I cherish beyond money and I believe...

Keller C. says "Sam is fantastic! She took care of our 2 year old daughter while we were visiting family in Colorado. She is punctual and dependable. Our daughter loved...

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Hannah H.

Part Time Caregiver

Boulder, CO

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
I've been babysitting and nannying for about 9 years now! I've assisted in Montessori classrooms and am comfortable working with all ages. I'm comfortable around any and all pets, especially dogs and cats. I've volunteered with service dogs for a few years now and absolutely love it! I'm available for the entire month of July...

Kristen H. says "Hannah is the nanny/babysitter of our dreams! She is amazing with our 1 year old daughter (has been watching her daily since she was 6 months) and our...

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Madeline H.

Active Teacher And Joy Bringer!

Boulder, CO

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Welcome to my profile! My name is Madeline, and I'm here for you and your family to help however I can. I have been babysitting/nannying since 2010, with ages ranging from newborn up to 15 years old. I have watched over children with autism, multiples (up to 4 siblings + friends), and a mix of boys and girls. I am happy to...

Care Member says "Madeline is an amazing nanny. We hired Madeline to care for our 3 month old and we could not have made a better decision. She is attentive, empathetic,...

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Sydney S.

Fun Active Sitter Who Love Kids

Boulder, CO

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Sydney S! I am a current student at the University of Colorado seeking a job. I have 8+ years of childcare experience and have been working at a daycare at my gym for the past 3 years as well as being babysitter certified by the Red Cross. I am a hardworking and responsible person with a great driving record as...

Stephanie S. says "Sydney is a conscientious and thoughtful, hardworking young woman. She has a strong sense of responsibility and always chooses to do the right thing....

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Niki K.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Boulder, CO

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
Hi! I live in the Boulder area. I have been babysitting for 20+ years. I taught English in South America, worked as an Outward Bound Instructor, coached soccer, facilitated birthday parties, and substitute taught. My mission is to teach kids to value/respect themselves and to cultivate a strong sense of self-worth. I believe...

Ann Marie D. says "Our two boys love Niki and look forward to seeing her again soon. She's a great person, full of energy, and we're lucky to know her."

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Peyton G.

Hello My Name Is Peyton And I Am A Freshman At CU Boulder!

Boulder, CO

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience
I'd describe my personality as kind, responsible, and authentic. I like working with kids because they are very creative and see the best in people. I started working with kids when my little cousins were born when I was around 8 years old! But I started getting payed for babysitting when I was 13 and I became a lifeguard...
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Chloe F.

Boulder, CO

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Chloe and I'm 25 years old. I have 10+ years of childcare experience and a bachelors degree in Psychology. I have been working with kids for over two years as a registered behavior technician in the ABA field specializing in 3-7-year-olds with autism. I am very bubbly, kind and playful and have a passion for...

Katie K. says "My kids love and adore Chloe!! We can't wait to have her back in town someday. My children are now grown but we love our Chloe time!!"

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Olivia M.

Experienced Childcare Professional & Nanny

Boulder, CO

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
I am experienced as a preschool teacher, camp counselor, babysitter, pet sitter, tutor and nanny. I've worked with kids for over 10 years in many different settings but most recently, I was a childcare teacher for children six months to 5 years old . Following that I nannied for a little boy starting when he was 3 months old to...

Victoria J. says "Olivia helped with 5 children while we were on a beach vacation. She was always onetime, willing to stay later if needed, and ready for any adventure...

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  • 259 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.32/hr as of October 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.8

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Boulder, CO

Babysitters in Boulder, CO are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews of the 259 listed babysitters

Eleanor D.

Eleanor helped out during our wedding day! Easy to communicate with, took great care of our daughter.

- Care member

Sierra H.

My family loves Sierra! She is dependable and punctual and we enjoy her very much! She is also friendly and kind to my children. Will hire...

- Elisabeth S.

Marisa H.

Marisa is prompt, kind, and diligent with our newborn. Don’t hesitate to hire!

- Laura L.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Boulder, CO:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Boulder, 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 259 babysitters in Boulder, CO on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Boulder, CO babysitters on Care.com is $21.32 per hour as of October 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Boulder, CO through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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