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60 babysitters are listed in Forest Lake, MN
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Forest Lake, MN
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
With 10+ years of babysitting experience and 3+ years of working as a teacher in a licensed daycare, I have developed a passion for attending to and caring for children of all ages. I graduated with my Master's Degree in May 2021 and have since moved away from the city where I attended college, worked at a daycare, and nannied....
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jenna has been a wonderful help to our family. She keeps the kids entertained in doing different activities. She also helps with getting kids to and from activities. Very dependable, comes with a full smile and ready to have a good time. Thank you Jenna!"
Amber K.
Sydni S.
Forest Lake, MN
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reliable, Caring, Fun, And Experienced Babysitter/Nanny!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a reliable and caring individual with a total of 12 years of experience caring for all ages, from infants to teenagers. I currently teach in Wisconsin but live in Forest Lake, MN and am available to care for your children on evening/weekend's in the school year and full time in the summer!
Sydni can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sydni has been amazing and reliable! We have two boys 1 and 3. Our 3 year old is always excited for Sydni to come around :) would highly recommend"
Chelsea B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
4 years experience with special needs children. 10+ years experience with infant to elderly. Okay with cats and dogs laundry lighthouse keeping meal prep/cook. Always open to learn new things.
Miranda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is the best in every way !!!!"
Josie K.
Sydni S.
Forest Lake, MN
$10-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for a dog and bunny in my own home while occasionally dog sitting for family and family friends! I love all pets, especially dogs, of all sizes and ages!
Sydni can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
2.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of five. The ages of my kids range from 43 to 21 years old. I have five grand kids. They range in age from 6 to 14 years old. I love taking care of children of all ages. I am also a Christian person. I have many years of experience. I was a nanny in the past. I love children of all ages and always have an awesome...
Catherine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cathy was such a great person to have an interview with. She arrived on time and wore a mask which was really nice. Although we decided to go with another candidate, I could tell she is an affectionate and caring person. I would definitely consider her in the...
Mindy P.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I absolutely love working with and caring for kids! I am very active and have cared for children ages newborn - teens. I can do diaper changes, cook, help with homework, and more! I work at my church in the nursery each week to help care for the kids and I have a younger sister of my own who I helped take care of until she...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sheila C.
Forest Lake, MN
$18-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Kind Caring Individual Experience With Babysitting And Nannying
I am currently working as a preschool teacher, helping children ages 2-5 learn and grow to be happy, healthy, kind humans.
My favorite activities include playing games, singing songs, coloring, and exploring all the fun things life has to give.
Sheila can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Nadine A.
Forest Lake, MN
$13-17/hr
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always loved kids and have experience with babysitting my little brother and my younger cousin! I am EMR certified so I have experience with critical situations, I am completely comfortable with animals and having more than one kid around.
Sydni S.
Forest Lake, MN
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I graduated from UW-Superior in May 2022 with a degree in Elementary Education and Special Education. Through my time at UWS, babysitting, working at daycares, and nannying, I have had many years of experience caring for and teaching all ages! Particularly tutoring while nannying a kindergartner and 2nd grader. I currently am...
Hello,
I am 26 living in North Loop Minneapolis. I am a new Graduate student for Fall 2021 and am looking to nanny M-Th during the work week. I have been working in healthcare for the past three years. Due to this I have extensive training with concussions, Epipen, and BLS. I have been a nanny/babysitter on and off since I was...
Emily can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Nadeen M.
Forest Lake, MN
$16/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I am 18 years old and I worked at a daycare for 2 years but have been babysitting for families since I was 14. I have my own transportation and I am also CPR and First Aid certified.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Hello! I'm Abby. I recently graduated with my masters in physician assistant studies and passed my board exam to become a PA-C. While I am waiting for my MN licensure, I will have a few months off this summer and decided I would love to spend it with some kiddos! I've been working in childcare ever since I was young. During my...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hi! My name is Linnea. I have lifelong home babysitting experience as well as 2 years professional experience as a Lead Toddler Teacher at an accredited daycare center. I have recently been awarded my CDA certification. I am also First Aid and CPR certified. I love working with children because I love watching them learn new...
Linnea can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Samantha K.
Forest Lake, MN
$20-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi there, I am a 25 year who has a VERY flexible schedule. I have been working with kids since as long as I can remember! My last job was working with kids ages 2-7 who are in the autism spectrum. I have been babysitting since the age of 12 and have cared for children of all ages! I worked as a after school tutor in an...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Nadine A.
Forest Lake, MN
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am 18 years old and would love to get working doing jobs here and there, anything from babysitting, getting groceries, and almost anything in between. I love animals as well, so I have no problem doing anything involving them. I have babysat many times before and grew up with a little brother so I hope you choose me!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Zoey and I am an Iowa State University Alumni. I have babysat children from the newborn-15 years old. I have experience with children who have special needs, as I was a nanny multiple summers in a row for a 10-year-old boy who had ADHD and ADD. I have also been a reoccurring babysitter for a family of 4...
Zoey can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Victoria and 24 years old. I am currently a part time Elementary teacher looking for a full time Summer job and a part time nanny position in the Fall! I began nannying/babysitting when I was 13 and continue to babysit for family friends and my own nieces and nephews as well. They are all under 12 years old. I...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Hi I'm Megan and I'm a senior in high school and the captain of the lacrosse team. Next year I am going to Augsburg College to major in Exercise Science. I have always loved working with kids and being around them. My past experiences are that I have done babysitting jobs for families in my neighborhood. I also took in high...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Hi, I am a very reliable, patient and caring person. I have 10 years of experience. I grew up watching my brother, and I have had many nanny and babysitter jobs throughout the years. I have a deep love for children. Wether it's just hanging out with them or teaching them or helping them with their school work. I can help with...
Brittney can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Alexia W.
Forest Lake, MN
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Alexia, I would love to hang out with your kids and I'm more than willing to help around the house with chores, laundry, pets, etc. I work with preschoolers and am an assistant dance coach for sped kids! I've also had experience babysitting some kids as well :) Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays I am available from 4pm-12am,...
Alexia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Forest Lake, MN
Jenna N.
5.0
Our daughter had so much fun last night with Jenna! We had zero worries while on our first date in three years!! We will be using her again.
- Heidi R.
Sydni S.
5.0
Sydni has been amazing and reliable! We have two boys 1 and 3. Our 3 year old is always excited for Sydni to come around :) would highly recommend
- Chelsea B.
Miranda L.
5.0
She is the best in every way !!!!
- Josie K.
Catherine W.
5.0
Cathy was such a great person to have an interview with. She arrived on time and wore a mask which was really nice. Although we decided to go with another candidate, I could tell she is an affectionate and caring person. I would definitely consider her in the future.
- Mindy P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Forest Lake, MN:
How can I find a Forest Lake babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Forest Lake, MN 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 38 babysitters in Forest Lake, MN on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.4. 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 Forest Lake, MN?
The average rate for Forest Lake, MN babysitters on Care.com is $16.47 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 Forest Lake, MN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Forest Lake, MN 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 Forest Lake, MN babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Babysitters in Forest Lake, MN are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.