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60 babysitters are listed in Drake, CO
The average rate is $24/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 8 years
Babysitters in Drake, CO
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Charista, and I am 27 years old. I'm originally from Texas but live in Drake CO now. I have been babysitting since I was 13, and have diverse experience. I am outgoing, fun, and active. I worked in a daycare for years, caring for infants up to 5 years old, but I am not limited to that age group. I also took...
Charista can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Charista did a great job caring for our kids. She was very attentive and kid-focused. She was really great with toddlers and younger kids in particular. I would definitely hire her again."
Andrea B.
Brooklin M.
Drake, CO
$25-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello!! I am 25 years old! I have been looking after my brides and nephews for as long as I could drive! I am very excited to meet you and your family!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I began my experience as a babysitter when I was 17. I started my experience by babysitting on occasional date nights for parents who planned a night out together. I progressed with my childcare experience by enrolling in the Early Childhood Education program in high school. I successfully completed the two year program, that...
Doma can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Doma watched my 10-month old son for a day while we were in town for vacation. She responded quickly to my messages and was on-time. She was able to put him down for his naps, fed him lunch, took him outside for a quick play in the snow (and texted some photos to...
Sarah S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have 15 years of nannying, babysitting and PCA experience. I am a kind, positive & joyous nanny who loves to engage children in imaginative and interactive ways. I have worked with a diverse group of families throughout my many years and love helping children, babies and teens with everyday life and it's challenges. My...
Margaret can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Margaret to care for our five month old son for a few weeks before he started day care. She was wonderful and immediately made us feel so comfortable to have her with our son! She is a very open and loving person and we had no problem connecting with her...
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5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have always enjoyed caring for and playing with babies and young children. I have 10 years experience serving in the church nursery and also full time babysitting & nannying for children of all ages. I would love to help your family with any childcare needs and have references upon request!
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kaitlyn is super responsible. She has become part of our lives while caring for my son since he was 3 months old. My son is now 2.5 years old and absolutely loves Kaitlyn. She has babysat him for date nights, overnights, picked up and dropped him off a daycare....
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Abigail K.
Fort Collins, CO
$15-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I've been the second main caregiver for my two younger sisters, one of whose has moderate learning disabilities, for all of my teenage years, because my dad works out of state. I've also been babysitting for my neighbors, family friends, and friends for 5 years. I've also been assisting in taking care of my grandfather who has...
Abigail can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
Abigail K.
Fort Collins, CO
$20-34/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Abby. I'm an 3rd year undergrad student at CSU studying psychology. I've been babysitting for about 7 years now, and have experience with kids of all different ages and pets as well. I have also worked as an assistant preschool teacher over the past few summers. I am very active and love all things outdoors and...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Abby is just the sweetest and among the very best babysitters we have ever had! She's reliable, responsive, punctual and excellent with kids. Our children are sad Abby has moved away, but we hope to have her babysit when she visits the area. Anyone looking for...
Amy S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been a babysitter for over 15 years. I've been a nanny for 5 years. I've been a preschool teacher for 8 years! I'm CPR certified and have a background check. I'm looking for new families to nanny!
Elise can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Elise is our go to gal anytime we need help! She's done it all for our family and we couldn't have asked for better care. She's cared for our boy anywhere from a couple hours to weekend stays. She always has a bag of toys and books in tow, which captivates the kids...
Rachel C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Audra, and I am a student at Colorado State University. When I am not studying, I work as a babysitter, and I have over 8 years of experience in this field.
I can help with many duties you may need, from light housekeeping and laundry to errands and transporting your kiddos wherever they may need to go. I have a...
Audra can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Audra was so incredibly wonderful! She handled all 3 of my kids (6, 7, and 9) seamlessly. They can be pretty wild so that's no easy feat. The next day they couldn't stop talking about how fun she was. She was even happy to do arts and crafts with them which is most...
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Zoe S.
Fort Collins, CO
$22-34/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Starting in September 2019, I started working at a children's center in Lincoln, Nebraska ranging from the age of just a few months all the way to 3-4-year-olds. On top of that starting March of 2020 I began a nanny for a 3-year-old girl and working with her everyday. Although I have been babysitting for the past 7 years from...
Zoe can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Zoe cared for our 10 week old for an 8-hr work-from-home day. She is clearly comfortable with infants, and our little girl was very comfortable with her. She was very good at calming her and getting her to sleep, both in the bassinet and in the carrier. She engaged...
Rina H.
Kennady W.
Fort Collins, CO
$22-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I love working with kids because it is the only job I found that I enjoy doing each day. Working with children and building that relationship with them as you watch them grow is fulfilling.
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old as soon as I was able to get my Red Cross babysitter/CPR certification. I was a date...
Kennady can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kennady is amazing. A wonderful, caring young woman. She lived a couple hours away from us in Texas, where we bought a beach house. We started using her for babysitting when we were down at the beach. She was so amazing with our 3 kids- we fell in love with her, so...
Katherine G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Maddy! I am a soon-to-be Colorado State University graduate. I will be graduating with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies with a concentration in Leadership and Entrepreneurial studies. I will be starting a master's program in the fall in Couple and Family Therapy. I have worked professionally as a...
Maddy can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I can't say enough great things about Maddy. She is a responsible, caring, engaging person who my children absolutely love. Speaking to responsibility, Maddy is always on time, is immediately available when needed, and responds to requests for babysitting in a...
Anita F.
Soliana T.
Fort Collins, CO
$17-32/hr
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am excited to offer my babysitting services to your family. I am passionate about providing a safe and engaging environment for children to learn and grow. During my time as a babysitter, I have gained experience with children of various ages, from 9-month-olds to 8-year-olds. Additionally, I enjoy playing games,...
Soliana can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
4.0
"Soli was very eager to help us with whatever was needed! She was responsible and reliable as well as kind. She communicated well via text message before she came to confirm dates and times. She is gaining more experience caring for two young kiddos at the same...
Breeann A.
5.0
(1)
I spent three years as a teaching assistant and am currently taking classes in education including a practicum program where I am in classrooms with students and do one on one helping them with their classwork.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello!! My name is Amanda. I am an enthusiastic preschool teacher with a passion for working with kiddos just like yours! I have experience with all ages and have worked many years in the child care industry. I enjoy doing arts & crafts, baking, and going on adventures - all very exciting activities for the older kids (: If...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amanda was hired to watch our little one while we attended a wedding. She was fantastic and provided updates throughout the evening. I'd definitely recommend her to anyone in need of childcare."
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5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My pet care experience is primarily personal, but I have experience with all size dogs, cats, lizards, and a parrot. I am available for overnights.
Kayla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"she will spoil your pets. she interacts and gives them love. my dog loves her."
Iliana Q.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Grace and I'm a sophomore in college at the University of Kentucky. I am very reliable, patient, and creative person- I love to cook, dance, and paint. I have several years of experience caring for infants and young children. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and a supervised, safe, and stable...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Grace was amazing with my 18 month old! I felt very safe with her watching my baby. She has a warm and gentle spirit and after we met the first time I knew she would be a great fit. I hope to hire her again."
Jennifer W.
Kayla D.
Fort Collins, CO
$23/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a bachelors degree in counseling so I have found that I'm very skilled in talking to kids and understanding their needs. Kids need empathy and understanding and having an educational background like mine really helps me to fill those needs. I also have experience working professionally with children through Turning Point...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kayla was punctual and great with two kids. We are from out of town and hired her for the weekend we were in Fort Collins for a wedding. The kids loved her and still ask about her!"
Sarah B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Erica and I'm a recent grad from Colorado State University. My friends and family would describe me as creative and enthusiastic, and I love to find fun ways to learn new things and share them with others. My favorite part about nannying or working with kids is learning about what they're interested in and helping...
Erica can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Erica is great! I wish she wasn't leaving our family. She is responsible and trustworthy. We were lucky to have found her."
Trisha M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Jessie . I was born in Avon, Colorado and I've lived in Colorado my whole life. I'm currently a college student attending CSU, and was looking for some part time work to help pay my way through. Coming from a big mixed family, I've babysat a lot in the past, with children age ranging from newborns to pre teens, and...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jessi jumped right in with our two kids. They played games and the next morning, my daughter said, “I like Jessi. Can she come back?”"
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Drake, CO
Charista H.
5.0
Charista was the best! She babysat our two toddlers while we attended a family wedding and sent enough pictures and updates throughout the night that we knew they were in great hands. She was reliable, punctual, and incredibly responsive. Hiring a babysitter you've never met is stressful, but we...
- Caroline J.
Doma D.
5.0
Doma watched my 10-month old son for a day while we were in town for vacation. She responded quickly to my messages and was on-time. She was able to put him down for his naps, fed him lunch, took him outside for a quick play in the snow (and texted some photos to me, which I loved!), and in...
- Sarah S.
Margaret C.
5.0
We hired Margaret to care for our five month old son for a few weeks before he started day care. She was wonderful and immediately made us feel so comfortable to have her with our son! She is a very open and loving person and we had no problem connecting with her and trusting her to take great care...
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Kaitlyn B.
5.0
Kaitlyn is super responsible. She has become part of our lives while caring for my son since he was 3 months old. My son is now 2.5 years old and absolutely loves Kaitlyn. She has babysat him for date nights, overnights, picked up and dropped him off a daycare. She teaches him while caring for...
- Care member
Abigail K.
5.0
Abby was an amazing nanny for our family! She was so sweet to our daughter. Abby always shows up on time and has excellent communication skills! Highly recommend her! She’s fantastic with kids.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Drake, CO:
How can I find a Drake babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Drake, 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 2 babysitters in Drake, 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 Drake, CO?
The average rate for Drake, CO babysitters on Care.com is $24.00 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 Drake, CO?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Drake, 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.