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1,003 babysitters are listed in Fort Collins, CO
The average rate is $17/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Fort Collins, CO
Kirstin T.
Fort Collins, CO
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since my early teenage years! I started with my younger sister and neighbors, then I went on to work in a church nursery for about 5 years in addition to watching children of all ages for families around the area.
Kirstin can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Kirstin has been my go-to person for babysitting since my first child was born. He is now 8 years old and Kirstin is one of his favorite people. She is great with children of all ages - my 18-month naps better for Kirstin better than she does for me.
Kirstin...
Emily H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello moms & dads! My name is Izabella and I am currently home from Colorado state university for the summer. I am studying Human Development & Family Studies with a minor in Sign Language. (To be a pre-K to 3rd grade teacher for kids with special needs or that are HOH) This past year I worked at a preschool with the 3/4/5 y/o...
Izabella can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Her love for kids is just through the roof, she was everything I was looking for in a nanny, and definitely recommend to anyone looking into hiring her!
Landon B.
Alexis R.
Fort Collins, CO
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Engaging, And Empathetic Caregiver Open To Opportunities
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
***I am currently located in Fort Collins, Colorado****
As the daughter of a special needs teacher, I have been around children my entire life. I first started babysitting when I was 12 and our neighbors asked me to watch their kids for a few hours. Since then, I have spent years nannying for families, including live-in and...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Alexis was a true lifesaver. She took care of our almost three year old while we skied in Breckenridge. She was kind, dependable, extremely communicative and creative. She kept our youngest busy and happy while we enjoyed the slopes with our older kids. She was...
Rachel G.
5.0
(2)
Hello!! I am a junior at CSU this year. I work , a daycare for student parents, on campus. I am looking for other job opportunities, outside of the daycare. I have been babysitting since I was able too, as I have many younger cousins. This past summer I was a nanny for a family in my home town in California, and really enjoyed...
Bella can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Bella has taken care of our twin girls (now 9), since they were born. She is responsible, always on time, engaging, happy to make them food as needed, and makes sure to always clean up afterwards. The girls love to play with Bella, and really enjoy having her...
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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: Respite care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care & more
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
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....
Care member
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, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Recent review:
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...
Care member
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Mariah . I live in Fort Collins, and hope to pursue a degree in human development and education. I graduated from Erie High School where I played varsity soccer. I currently am in my third year at Colorado State University. I love Jesus and kids. I have 9 years of experience in child care, babysitting or...
Mariah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
This young lady has it all!!! She's incredibly reliable and her precious spirit has catered to everything my son, and myself have needed throughout the stages of our lives. She's an 11/10
Kyle J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ty'Ana but I prefer Ty. I am a college student at Front Range majoring in pyschology! I am 23 years old with about 8 years of experience in babysitting. I love children and I have been known to connect well with them as I still have my own moments where I just want to sit down and finger-paint! I have watched...
Ty'ana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
My 9-year-old daughter had a wonderful time with Ty. They did crafts and both outdoor and indoor activities during their day together.
Stephanie K.
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:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
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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Carinne D.
Fort Collins, CO
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Carinne and I am a CSU grad with my degree in Psychology. I have education in child development and have extensive childcare and education experience, having worked as a substitute teacher, daycare worker, and nanny.
I have experience babysitting children aged birth-10, with up to 5 kids at one time. I also...
Recent review:
5.0
I've known Carinne since she was 5 years old. I was her kindergarten teacher and kept in touch with her family over the years. Once I had a child of my own, I hired Carinne to babysit. She's dependable, honest and has a strong work ethic. I trust her to make the...
Jamie M.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
*~*not looking for reoccurring jobs at this time, occasional babysitting only*~*
I am currently an elementary teacher teaching Social-Emotional Learning. I am fun, creative, and professional. I can help with day-to-day curriculum and activity planning and teaching as well as additional tutoring and homework help! I have taught...
Holli can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Did a great job with my kids! Highly recommend.
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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 whom has moderate learning disabilities, for the majority of my teenage years, because my dad works out of state. I have also been babysitting for neighbors, friends, and family friends for over 4 years. Additionally, I've been assisting with caring for my...
5.0
(1)
I have over 10 years of child care experience and have babysat for several families throughout high school, college, and graduate school.
Related Experience:
- Lifeguard/swim instructor
- Research assistant at the University of Colorado's Cognitive Development Center, Children's Hospital Colorado, and Stanford University's...
Anne can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Anne loves kids! She truly enjoys playing with them and taking care of them. My son loves seeing her and she always keeps him safe and entertained. She has all the experience you could want in a sitter and we have total confidence in her. She will play games, read...
Jean K.
Amanda G.
Fort Collins, CO
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have about five years of professional experience and 11 years total of hands on experience caring for children. I have worked as a pediatric aide in a hospital setting, assisting occupational therapists and speech therapists during their sessions. I also have multiple years of experience as a summer camp counselor, working...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Amanda was great with our 11 year old that is on the spectrum. She fully understood how to relate to her and help made her day super fun and special while the rest of the family skied. She was a great communicator, punctual, knowledgeable of local fun stuff to do...
Lisa H.
Abby R.
Fort Collins, CO
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Abigail or Abby! I am 22 years old and currently a student at the university of northern Colorado. l have about 7 years total of professional child care experience with children of all ages and abilities and I am about 6 months away from being a certified teacher. I would describe myself as a babysitter to be...
Abby can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Abby is fantastic! Our family has hired Abby for several nights out. She is great with the kids and our kiddos absolutely love her! She has always been on time and very sweet! Highly recommend!
Dana J.
Cassiopeia K.
Fort Collins, CO
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Cassi! I am currently in my junior year at Colorado State University studying social work. I have 6 years of babysitting experience. I can help with light housekeeping, errands, and swimming supervision. I have directed summer camps since 2015. I love outdoor activities and used to play soccer, basketball, field...
Cassiopeia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Great communication and was wonderful with our 3 year old.
Care member
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, meal prep, craft assistance
Recent review:
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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Soliana T.
Fort Collins, CO
$17-32/hr
4.7
(3)
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
Recent review:
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.
Margaret G.
Fort Collins, CO
$25-29/hr • 5 yrs exp
Fun, Creative Sitter W/ Environmental Education Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Note: I am a part-time in-school tutor so I am always available on major school holidays!
I'm a 25-year-old college grad and sister of 4. I have 4 years of experience babysitting ages 1-12, and spent 2 months teaching 9-11 years olds how to connect and respect their environments in a classroom setting. I can do any tasks around...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Fort Collins, CO
Kirstin T.
5.0
Kirstin has been my go-to person for babysitting since my first child was born. He is now 8 years old and Kirstin is one of his favorite people. She is great with children of all ages - my 18-month naps better for Kirstin better than she does for me.
Kirstin is dependable, kind, responsible,...
- Emily H.
Izabella B.
5.0
Her love for kids is just through the roof, she was everything I was looking for in a nanny, and definitely recommend to anyone looking into hiring her!
- Landon B.
Alexis R.
5.0
Alexis was a true lifesaver. She took care of our almost three year old while we skied in Breckenridge. She was kind, dependable, extremely communicative and creative. She kept our youngest busy and happy while we enjoyed the slopes with our older kids. She was creative -- took him swimming, to play...
- Rachel G.
Bella M.
5.0
Bella has taken care of our twin girls (now 9), since they were born. She is responsible, always on time, engaging, happy to make them food as needed, and makes sure to always clean up afterwards. The girls love to play with Bella, and really enjoy having her over to watch them. I trust her to...
- Care member
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
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Fort Collins, CO:
How can I find a Fort Collins babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Fort Collins, 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 1,003 babysitters in Fort Collins, CO on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Fort Collins, CO?
The average rate for Fort Collins, CO babysitters on Care.com is $17.35 per hour as of April 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 Fort Collins, CO?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Fort Collins, 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.
Ratings for Fort Collins, CO babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Fort Collins, CO are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 239 reviews of the 1,003 listed babysitters.