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Heather M.


Lakeland, MN

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Mom Of 24 Years! In Town Pet Sitting

Hello Parents! I have been a mom for 24 years and started babysitting when I was 12 for neighbors and extended family. I have a medical background and I am CPR trained. I will care for your children with the love of a mother!
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Josie S.


River Falls, WI

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been helping with children since I was in 8th grade- so I have lots of experience! I am friendly and energetic, willing to help with school work and play games!
Josie can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Josie helped my family when we were in a bind. She was professional and very prompt! We never had any doubts about her capability to handle our 3 year old and 18 month old. We appreciate her help tremendously and would recommend her to others seeking care!"

Jenny W.

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Joni R.


Saint Paul, MN

$19-20/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Nanny Wannabe

Hi! My name is Joni ("Joe knee") and I love caregiving! :) I have 4 years experience as a family nanny, 3 years as a Certified Nursing Assistant, and 1 year as a daycare teacher/counselor. I am currently looking for occasional babysitting positions near Woodbury/Afton. As a caregiver, I love encouraging kiddos to learn, try...
Joni can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Joni is an amazing child care provider! We love her and my 4-year old son loves her! She aims to take my son outside on daily excursions whether it is to a park playground, the neighborhood pool, or riding scooters around. Joni is imaginative and fun and will...

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Ava L.


Hudson, WI

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny.

- Recent graduate from the University of Notre Dame, where I studied psychology, political science, and international studies - experienced child care provider who loves getting to see kids of all ages learn and grow and explore their creative minds - native of Wisconsin, relocating to Nashville TN - hobbies include cooking,...
Ava can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
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Kay W.


Hudson, WI

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Proud Grandma with some extra time on my hands. If you need some time away willing to help you get a night out or time away from your little ones. Weeknight and weekend available. Lots of years of experience. Enjoy playing games , crafts and sometimes surprise baking. I am punctual, caring and hard working. I know how important...
Kay can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kay is delightful! She stopped by for a meet-and-greet before we hired her, which helped us feel more comfortable leaving our 10-month-old baby with her. She handled our overly affectionate golden retriever comfortably. The grandparents thoroughly approve of her as...

Erica H.

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Kendyl H.


River Falls, WI

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

Summer Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kendyl. I am 20 years old. I will be a 3rd year student next year. I am majoring in Elementary Education with a minor in health. I am First aid/ CPR certified. I am pet friendly!( I have 1 dog and 1 cat)I have my own car, I am able to use for transportation. I have been watching kids for years now. I have...
Kendyl can also help with: Travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kendyl is a gem! We were so nervous to leave our kids with a sitter as we had never had anyone but family watch our girls. She did a fantastic job and our 2.5 year old took to her immediately. Very trustworthy and kind personality. Thanks, Kendyl!"

Jenna C.

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Sydney R.


Saint Paul, MN

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

Sydney Aka Sydnanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Sydney and I love being around kids! I have been babysitting my little cousins for several years now. They would call me their favorite cousin ;) I have been babysitting for around 10 years now. From cousins, to my parents friend's kids, to the neighborhood kids. I love sports, being outdoors, and keeping your kids...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
5.0
"Very easy to work with and flexible about timing! Really glad we found her for occasional babysitting of our two young children."

Kathryn B.

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Alyssa B.


Stillwater, MN

$15-17/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Alyssa I am a college student who is looking to get more experience with children! I am fun, easy-going, and responsible!. I have been babysitting for over 5 years and have experience with all aged children! If you have any questions please reach out! Can't wait to meet you and your children!!!
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Alyssa was great with my 1 and 3 year old. She was flexible with my schedule and prepared meals. I would hire her again."

Faith T.

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Audrey D.


Lake Elmo, MN

$20/hr5 yrs exp

I Enjoy And Work Will With Kids.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Childcare has been a passion of mine from a very early age. I have helped watch kids my whole life and have always enjoyed them. I have had experience as a volunteer for a church nursery, vacation Bible school, mother's helper, and babysitter. For three 3 years I nannied a child from my home 1-2 days a week, starting when she...
Audrey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I would highly recommend Audrey as caregiver or nanny for your childcare needs. Audrey was a primary care giver for my daughter I from 4 months to 3 years old. During these last 3 years, Audrey has become part of I's family circle. I loves Audrey and we trust...

Elizabeth H.

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Aja R.


Saint Paul, MN

$26-40/hr20 yrs exp

Fun And Responsible Nanny/Newborn Care Specialist

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello Parents! My name is Aja and I am super fun loving nanny/ babysitter/ncs! I love taking care of others and have been babysitting for 20+ years. I am an honest person and hope to find great families who need a great sitter for various reasons. Your kids will have a great time with me and wont want me to leave! Do know that I...
Aja can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Aja is wonderful! She's personable, caring, and expert and what she does and goes above and beyond for the families she cares for. We love her!!!"

Hailey C.

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Samantha W.


Saint Paul, MN

$22-28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Friendly Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Married my husband Oct 2022, and we are now expecting our first baby and so overjoyed! I'm a lover of coffee, going on walks, healthy living, my two kittens, and of course children and babies :) I grew up in an in-home daycare in Des Moines, IA, started working in daycare centers at 16 years old. I graduated from DMACC and...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My kids absolutely adore Samantha. From the time we first met her, my kids were comfortable with her. She always had fun activities planned for them and always kept my husband and I informed about how things were going with my girls. We recently had another baby...

Francine M.

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Olivia N.


Saint Paul, MN

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Olivia. During the school year I am a high school special education teacher. I have my dual licensure in elementary education and special education and work as a nanny in the summer time. I am a hard working, kind, caring, reliable and organized person. I have worked at two different school programs with elementary-aged...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I interviewed and hired Olivia. My kids warmed right up to her and were sad to see her go. I'll be hiring Olivia again as she was prompt and responsive. She asked appropriate questions And seemed comfortable playing with and feeding kids. I didn't have her for a...

Amelia M.

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Patti A.


River Falls, WI

$25-27/hr10 yrs exp

Occasional Or Part Time Child Care - Flexible Week Days/times

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of babies, children and Seniors in one way or another for 30+ years. I imagine I might be considered an Aunt or grandma-type person by children, while parents will see me as a responsible mature adult who can provide good solid care and supervision. My goal is to keep people safe and happy! I recently...
Patti can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"My girls loved Mrs. Patti! She is so sweet and helpful. She did crafts, played games and sang songs with the girls. She nannied our girls every week and was always punctual and flexible. I would recommend her to anyone!"

Marijana E.

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Taylor F.


Saint Paul, MN

$20-40/hr2 yrs exp

Caring Heart, Listening Ear

I have helped my mother, a certified LPN, with care and enrichment activities in the past. I have helped with four of her clients and found my time spent with them so fulfilling. If you are looking to have a trustworthy and kind companion I would love to be of assistance! I have a lot of experience working with kids therefore am...
Taylor can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
5.0
"Taylor is such a positive, upbeat young lady. She immediately won my mom over with her ability to listen well, engage respectfully and her gentle physical care. She is really wonderful at bringing along things of interest to enrich an elderly persons life…a book...

Dawn F.

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Mariana M.


Saint Paul, MN

$21/hr3 yrs exp

Hi Families :)

I'm 25 years old, I've been working with childcare for 12 years now when I was 13 and taking my first full time position in the US in Jan/2021. Taking all-ages babysitting as I can fit in my current schedule and between all my experiences I've worked with kids 2mo to 15yo and done some nanny share too. I truly believe that...
Mariana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Mariana was an absolutely wonderful caregiver to our toddler daughter. She was always kind, nurturing, and loving. She’s very responsible and a good communicator. She had our full trust as she took our daughter out to explore the world! She’s a great nanny that we...

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Olivia J.


Stillwater, MN

$14-24/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a certified physician assistant who recently graduated with my master's degree. I won't be starting my first job as a PA-C until after the holidays and would love to make some extra money in the meantime. I have a few years of experience babysitting, and I also have experience in pediatric medical care/volunteering....
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Olivia cared for my 2 children this past summer and I don't know how I would've gotten through working from home without her! She is punctual, friendly and my children adore her! We will continue with her for as long as she is able, she is amazing!!"

Robin D.

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Hailey S.


Saint Paul, MN

$22/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 18 years old and located in Newport/Woodbury area but willing to commute up to 20 minutes for the right fit I am searching for a family to work with part time starting as soon as possible. After school hours, Monday-Friday 3-5:30/6 I enjoy taking kids on outings, will go to different parks, splash pads, pools and more....
Hailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We loved when Hailey babysat for us. She was loving, nurturing and very attentive to our son!"

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Leighton W.


Saint Paul, MN

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Most Weeknights And Weekends

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am looking to pursue any occasional babysitting opportunities or before/after school care, I have an extensive history of childcare and also have a huge love for children. I have cared for children from the age of 6 months to 13, I have also had full time nanny jobs the past three Summers. My interests as an individual line up...
Leighton can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Leighton is very flexible with my daughter and incredibly trustworthy! "

Mikki R.

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Sydney S.


Saint Paul, MN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher/Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Sydney and I am an elementary ESL teacher. I have over 10 years of experience being a full-time nanny and also doing occasional babysitting for date nights or family events. I have worked with ages 0-14 and have worked with up to 5 children at a time. My clients describe me as responsible, empathetic and enthusiastic....
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Sydney arrived on time, is dependable, and was friendly! Would hire her again."

Jean T.

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Patti A.


River Falls, WI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care/Child Care Provider

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I appreciate older and younger people who need care. Through Care. com I've had both positions. I cared for a man who had just moved into an assisted living facility. (He suffered from Alzheimer's Disease). His family wanted to make sure that he was not lonely and that he had someone with him as much as possible until he...
Patti can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Patti is wonderful! I reached out to her because her reviews were impressive and I'm so glad I did. She's professional and respectful of boundaries but also takes initiative in figuring out what's needed in terms of respite for my dad and support/kindness for my...

Jennifer B.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lakeland, MN

Josie S.

5.0

Josie helped my family when we were in a bind. She was professional and very prompt! We never had any doubts about her capability to handle our 3 year old and 18 month old. We appreciate her help tremendously and would recommend her to others seeking care!

- Jenny W.

Joni R.

5.0

Joni is an amazing child care provider! We love her and my 4-year old son loves her! She aims to take my son outside on daily excursions whether it is to a park playground, the neighborhood pool, or riding scooters around. Joni is imaginative and fun and will re-purpose your household items and...

- Care member

Kay W.

5.0

Kay is delightful! She stopped by for a meet-and-greet before we hired her, which helped us feel more comfortable leaving our 10-month-old baby with her. She handled our overly affectionate golden retriever comfortably. The grandparents thoroughly approve of her as well - "I couldn't imagine anyone...

- Erica H.

Kendyl H.

4.0

Kendyl is a wonderful caregiver! She is prompt to reply to babysitting requests and arrives early each time. She is great with our 9-month-old daughter and two cats. We're so thankful to have found such a great sitter!

- Kimberley S.

Sydney R.

5.0

Very easy to work with and flexible about timing! Really glad we found her for occasional babysitting of our two young children.

- Kathryn B.

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