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60 babysitters are listed in DeForest, WI
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in DeForest, WI
Emma J.
Madison, WI
$18-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Note on availability: I am NOT available for nannying positions, or any positions requiring more than 10 hours/week of care.
My bio:
I am a Madison native who is creative, patient, and adventurous. I have 10 years of babysitting experience with children ranging from newborn to 12 years old. I also have experience as a volunteer...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Our 13 month old son loves spending time with Emma! She has watched him multiple times since he was 8 months old and he is always excited when she comes over. She is attentive to his needs, responsible and engaging. "
Mika G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello all,
My name is Gianna and I am an experienced, nurturing, and reliable nanny with over 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am especially passionate about caring for kiddos ages 0-5 years of age. For the past 2 and a half years, I have been a professional infant nanny and I have had the privilege to...
Gianna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gianna is an amazing nanny! Attentive to detail, caring, great communicator! Highly recommend!! Any family would be lucky to have her. We're only letting her go because we're moving out of state :)"
Paola O.
5.0
(1)
Hello:)
I currently work as a nurse in general medicine. I'm looking to gain experience with clients on vents and trachs, special needs.
5.0
(2)
Just moved to Waunakee from New Orleans, but I'm a Georgia born and raised girl at heart! I have a full-time nanny position but would be available for date night babysitting and some weekends.
I'm a fun-loving, responsible, caring, trustworthy and energetic person with a love for watching children, especially infants and...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren helped me when I first had my two newborn twins, and during a pandemic at that! They were born in April 2020 and Lauren was such a big help for me during and after I was recovery. She is knowledgeable of newborn and overall child development and social...
Grace H.
4.6
(7)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Megan. Thanks for checking out my profile. I have been watching children and have been a nanny for 9 years for children ranging from 3 months to teenagers. I have found most of my families that I have worked for through Care. com. I love playing with children, interacting with children and their families,...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Megan has been our Nanny from August, 2018 thru May 2019. She was responsible for a variety of tasks for our family. She focused on my 8th grade son making sure he was picked up after school, kept track of homework, projects and grades and transported him to...
Kimberly A.
Tristen H.
Sun Prairie, WI
$20-24/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Have Worked With Many Families Throughout The Years And Have Loved It! I Love Helping Families.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Tristen. I previously was a nanny and currently I'm a CNA and nursing student. I really enjoy babysitting! If you are looking for occasional care, I'd love to help out!
Tristen can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Tristen is one of the best sitters out there! I'm so grateful my 4 year old son was able to have her as his sitter, she is so good with him and he really enjoyed being around her. She's always punctual, very friendly and professional. I can't say enough good things...
Victoria T.
Claire C.
Madison, WI
$15-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Claire can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"I 100% recommend Claire! She is a natural with kids, being very enthusiastic and engaged in play. Additionally, I found Claire to be extremely personable with wonderful communication skills, both with myself and the kids. She is very reliable, professional and a...
Care member
Estela M.
Madison, WI
$18-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families!!
Interested to start a full time job on May. Also,
I'm looking for date nights, weekends or late afternoon/ evening opportunities (*check availability at the end*).
I have around 3 years experience taking care of kids. During my week I take care of 3 yo twins who I've been working with for almost 2 years. I've...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Estela is prompt and professional and does a great job channeling our toddler's energy into safe and fun activities. Highly recommend."
Rachel L.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I moved to Madison in August after completing my Ph. D. in Clinical Psychology at University of Virginia. I have a full-time job as a postdoctoral fellow during the week, and would love to become a regular weekend, weeknight, and/or special occasion babysitter for a few local families!
I have extensive experience...
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katie is wonderful with children. She is dependable, responsible, and caring. My children have fun, stay safe and are well-cared for when they are with her. Katie is a fantastic nanny and an amazing person. I would highly recommend her to any family!"
Anne K.
Taniyah R.
Madison, WI
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Taniyah, I am 24 years old. I've been working with children since I was 14 and always enjoyed it. I started by watching family members,
and then I begin to babysit my neighbors kids for about 2/3 years. I have more experience from my current full time job working with 2-3-year-olds. However, I do have experience...
Taniyah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Taniyah was great with our two girls (ages 2 and 4). She was responsible-texted to confirm, was punctual, helpful, and so sweet with them. We'll definitely be hiring her again!"
Madeline P.
Khadijah M.
Sun Prairie, WI
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Patient,engaging And Willing To Adapt To Parents Wants.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Grocery Shopping. I have taken care of babies as young as newborns to young teens. I can assure to keep kids safe and as happy as possible under my supervision.
Khadijah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is absolutely amazing. She cared for my twins for months. Even though they only want their mom all the time when Khadijah walks in the house the kids are so happy and excited to see her. She has helped my family in such a needing time. My family and I are...
Kevin G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
hi! I am maleah! I love games, singing and all and all just having fun! I love working with all ages! my experience comes from babysitting while also working daycare! i'm available at any times!
Maleah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our kiddo had a great time with her! We will definitely work with Maleah again!"
Alena C.
4.8
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Aileen.
From 2016 to 2021, I had the opportunity to babysit, nanny, and work in a childcare setting as a Licensed Lead Teacher. I've worked with all ages of kids - mainly with the ages 0-5. Working with others children and inside their homes gave me plenty of knowledge. I honed that knowledge in and turned it...
Aileen can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"What stands out to me about Aileen is she is a very value-eccentric and giving person. She has great character which in turn makes her a great role model for anyone who meets her. Her personality brightens a room and is beyond contagious. Her love for kids shows...
Clyde S.
Cathy M.
Madison, WI
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Nanny Available For Non-special Needs And Special Needs Child
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Cathy is a RN with over 35 years of diverse nursing experience. Cathy has a doctorate in nursing practice, a MSN in Health Systems Management, and a MBA. Cathy has experience as a RN executive, a home care RN providing care for adult, pediatric and geriatric patients; Alzheimer's and dementia care, critical care, managed care,...
Cathy can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Phenomenal caregiver- kind, thoughtful and made the afternoon routine fly by for my youngest. I am so glad to have met her and hope to have her back soon."
Sara F.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I really enjoy pets! I've always had pets in my household growing up. As of right now, I have 2 cats. I have occasionally dog sat for a family 3 dogs for a week in the summertime. I also have gone to play with, stay overnight, and let out one of my friend's dogs when they were out of town. I also have dog and cat sat for 4 other...
Megan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Megan cared for our two cats daily while we were away for two weeks and was great to work with. She was very responsive from the time we hired her and once we left, sent regular photos and updates. It was so reassuring to know everyone was doing well and we could...
Jody S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been working for 3 years now with Care... with 2 different families. The first family was two boys and toddler girl.... the second was for a single mother studying to get her degree in nursing.
This little girl is turning 2 in June and I have been with her since birth.... mom graduated and hopefully will get a job and...
Catherine can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Catherine is fun loving and easygoing. She adapts quickly to routines and I feel completely comfortable leaving my 3 kiddos with her. She seems to have a special connection with each of them, and the kids look forward to seeing her each week!"
Annette S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a positive, caring christian mother of two young children with a passion for education. I enjoy a healthy life style, baking, reading and gardening. In addition, I enjoy being outdoors and taking the children on stroller walks, picnics, library and near by playgrounds. I enjoy cleaning, organizing, HGTV shows that provide...
Velisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Velisa provides great care for children in a loving, calm home environment. During the time that she took care of my child, she made sure that she was safely engaged in play with other children, as well as gave opportunities for intellectual development and...
AnneMarie W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years of experience in caring for children. I have three younger siblings, so my babysitting experience started early. All through high school, I took part in numerous babysitting jobs and summer nannying jobs. After I graduated, I started nannying full-time and I absolutely loved it. I nannied full-time for four...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Megan nannied for my 2 children for almost 4 years, and during that time she became a family member. She absolutely loved the kids, and even after she left she continued to come back to spend time with them. She did adorable crafts for the holidays and took them on...
Stephen S.
4.7
(3)
I'm a elementary dual language educator in Waukesha. I have extensive experience teaching Spanish literacy to children ages 4 to 10. In addition, I can tutor in math and beginning writing.
4.0
"She was highly qualified as a Spanish tutor and very kind but not available to work which would have been nice to know from the beginning. But otherwise would have been perfect for the job. "
Angela M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Welcome Parents! I am a patient, compassionate, and responsible nanny who loves creative learning, exploring, and nurturing. I began full-time childcare in 2015 and truly found my passion with this career. Starting a full-time nanny position in May, I'm looking to schedule babysitting to fill my time before then. Please reach...
Miranda can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Miranda was so great with our 3 year old and baby! Our 3 y/o usually runs after us and throws a fit when we leave but she started playing with him right away and he did great when we left, no tantrum and it made us leaving so much easier I really appreciate her....
Shannon V.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in DeForest, WI
Emma J.
5.0
Our 13 month old son loves spending time with Emma! She has watched him multiple times since he was 8 months old and he is always excited when she comes over. She is attentive to his needs, responsible and engaging.
- Mika G.
Gianna C.
5.0
Gianna is an amazing nanny! Attentive to detail, caring, great communicator! Highly recommend!! Any family would be lucky to have her. We're only letting her go because we're moving out of state :)
- Paola O.
Lauren G.
5.0
Lauren helped me when I first had my two newborn twins, and during a pandemic at that! They were born in April 2020 and Lauren was such a big help for me during and after I was recovery. She is knowledgeable of newborn and overall child development and social activities. She follows and respects...
- Grace H.
Megan B.
5.0
We had a brief but urgent need for pet sitting for three days while away for a family funeral. Our cat is quite old (19 yrs) with medical problems and several meds we are still working on giving in the best manner. Megan was very comfortable with the cat (who is not always sociable) and the meds,...
- Rebecca D.
Tristen H.
5.0
Tristen is one of the best sitters out there! I'm so grateful my 4 year old son was able to have her as his sitter, she is so good with him and he really enjoyed being around her. She's always punctual, very friendly and professional. I can't say enough good things about her, I highly recommend her...
- Victoria T.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in DeForest, WI:
How can I find a DeForest babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in DeForest, WI 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 23 babysitters in DeForest, WI 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 DeForest, WI?
The average rate for DeForest, WI babysitters on Care.com is $16.74 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 DeForest, WI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in DeForest, WI 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.