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I am the oldest of 4 children and 20 grandchildren. I have been taking care of children for most of my life. I've been babysitting since middle school, and I nannied for a couple of summers in high school. I went on to pursue my love of children in college, majoring in Elementary Education with endorsements in Birth to Third...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Lacey C.
Harrisburg, SD
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My names Lacey and I am recently new to the Sioux Falls area. I moved from a small town about 2 hours north west of here called Wessington Springs. My mother had a in home daycare my whole childhood growing up, and then bought a licensed state daycare while I was in high school. I worked for her for 3 years, as well as...
Lacey can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I have worked with Lacey for about a year. She is very responsible, and has never showed up late for work. She shows great caring and patience with children. I would trust her with my kids any day."
Barbra K.
5.0
(1)
Hi there :)
My name is Lorena
I am a mom of two precious little boys. ages 7 and 9.
I offer babysitting services
And cleaning services
I've been babysitting kids since I was 14 years old. I have a lot of experience working with kids (ages newborns-10year old) I truly love working with young kids, not only because I am a mom...
Lorena can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She's really good with kids, very loving, understanding and kind hearted. Highly recommend. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Jada! I am a freshman at the UMN-Twin Ciities, and I will be back in Sioux Falls, SD in early May-late August. I am looking to babysit for families throughout the summer!
I have 4+ years of experience and am willing to assist with any tasks needed to be taken care of.
I am CPR and First Aid certified and also...
Jada can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hola me puedes escribir x TikTok salgo como @samkaalli xfabor gracias quisiera hablar contigo "
Katia A.
Natalie R.
Sioux Falls, SD
$15-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I have babysat since I was 10 years old and also worked for a few daycares the past couple of years after high school. I graduated from Augustana University in May of 2021. I absolutely love kids and babysitting, and would love to help out!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I currently work in athletics at Augustana University and am looking to earn some extra money. I have over 15 years of babysitting/nannying experience.
I have babysat for multiple children ranging from ages 5 months to 10 years old. I am able to prepare dinner, help children with any homework if needed, getting children ready...
Lyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lyn is amazing. Seriously. So great with the kids, fun to talk to, very engaging. She babysat our two kids while I was out of town. When they were in her care I felt so confident that they were being well cared for. She picked them up after school, helped cook...
Caroline V.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kayla. I love spending time with kids and helping and seeing them succeed. I have extensive experience in childcare in various settings and populations. I have nannied and babysat for multiple families with children ranging from 8 months to 12 years old, for up to a year. I have also been a Christian camp...
Kayla can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My kids were a little nervous about a new sitter and Kayla was amazing! I would hire her again and again!"
Megan E.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently a second grade teacher and am looking for a family who is in need of a part time summer nanny position/ tutoring! I have taught for 14 years and have nannied for even more! My husband is also a teacher and we have a 5-year-old daughter and a 2-year-Old son. They loves kids and social interaction, and has loved...
Angie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Angie is a dream nanny/babysitter! she is always punctual and dependable. She is excellent at playing with and taking care of kiddos. She is very engaging and fun!! I would totally recommend her for anyone looking for a rock star babysitter/nanny. "
Stacy L.
Tayler W.
Sioux Falls, SD
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a graduate student at Augustana University this fall. I have 5 years of experience working at a child care facility with children aged anywhere from infants to 10-year-olds. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts.
Tayler can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Tayler as an occasional (couple times a month) babysitter for our two-year-old. She is highly responsive, responsible, communicative and flexible. She was a great fit for our toddler daughter. Highly recommend!"
Care member
Haley C.
Sioux Falls, SD
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked at a daycare for two years and have been babysitting for families for over 4 years. I play sports so I love to be active with the children. I also love doing crafts! I've had to take children to different lessons before so I would love to help any way possible!
Haley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"We interviewed Haley for our nanny position and while we ended up hiring a family member, she was the top candidate. I think she'd be a great nanny for any family with young children!"
Brandy S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a college student looking for a part-time babysitting job during the school year! I love children and have lots of babysitting experience. I am willing to help out around the house and do other chores while nannying. I am a very outgoing person and work well with children.
Kari can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We love Kari! She is nannying for my two year old daughter this summer (half days only) and we are so lucky to have found her. She's caring, gentle, fun, attentive, responsible and super dependable. We highly recommend her for ongoing or one time babysitting."
Deven N.
Annalesia M.
Sioux Falls, SD
$16-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Anna and I am a current 3rd year Music Education student at Augustana University. I have many years of personal experience with children and am comfortable with children of all ages. As well as growing up in a house with 6 younger siblings, I have done some part time babysitting and nannying on and off since I...
Annalesia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Anna is terrific. She was on time and friendly and helpful. She’s studying music education and plays the flute. Would definitely hire her again."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a retired grandmother who loves children. I have many years of child care experience. When my children were small I did in-home day care as well as licensed foster care. During my retirement years I have done part-time, short term child care and have worked in child care facilities as cook and/or part time child care...
Arlene can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I highly recommend Arlene. She responded to a last minute request with "If you have coffee, I can be there in an hour ". She showed up with a smile on her face and went above and beyond to make sure that our child received great care while our nanny was sick. I...
Allison A.
Maggie B.
Sioux Falls, SD
$13-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a pet sitter for many years! I love to care for little cuddly family members. I can take care of giving food, water, and taking for walks. I am also available to check the mail, take out trash, keep the house nice and tidy for any overnight or multiple days sitting jobs.
Maggie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Manuela E.
Sioux Falls, SD
$12-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Manuela. I am currently a stay at home mom and looking to help another family with child care in my home! My home is based of a routine schedule as well as a bilingual household. I have 11 years of child care experience, 3 year of math and Spanish tutoring, and CPR and first aid certification! I would love to help...
Manuela can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is definitely one of a kind there's no one like her!! She makes sure everyone has what they need!!"
Taylor D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am a very active babysitter and can come with activities for the kiddos. I am also a current teacher, so I can help with homework.
Maggie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Maggie was/is simply amazing and my girls truly love her! My schedule is a bit hectic and she always responds in a timely manner and figures out how to help. I truly appreciate her!"
Elizabeth A.
Lorena H.
Sioux Falls, SD
$20-27/hr
5.0
(2)
Hi there :)
My name is Lorena
I am a mom of two precious little boys. ages 7 and 9.
I offer babysitting services
And cleaning services
I've been babysitting kids since I was 14 years old. I have a lot of experience working with kids (ages newborns-10year old) I truly love working with young kids, not only because I am a mom...
Lorena can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization & more
5.0
"She is very reliable, and thorough. She goes the extra mile in the performance of her services."
Maria M.
Amelia E.
Sioux Falls, SD
$16-29/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Amelia! I am 19 years old and am currently in college studying Elementary and Special Education, that being said, I have a strong passion for working with elementary aged students and kids with special needs! I love all children though and have experience with ages infant to 12 years old, in daycare settings, as a...
Amelia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amelia was wonderful with my baby! Whilst he was sleeping she also cleaned our kitchen and our dishes. Would definitely hire again!"
Alyssa S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a stay-at-home-mom, a Tastefully Simple Consultant, and I teach piano, voice, and instrumental lessons in the afternoons & evenings. I enjoy spending my weekends with friends & family hiking, kayaking, playing piano, and bowling. I was a music teacher for 8 years before making the decision to stay home with our...
Tanya can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Tanya as a short-term nanny for three weeks while our daycare was temporarily closed. She was phenomenal - caring, attentive, warm. Her little boy was a great playmate for our daughter of the same age. She was great at making sure they had time outside...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with people in their homes/ independent care units/memory care facilities for 8+ years. I am really good at working with seniors in their homes for companionship, medication help, and all kinds of personal care, including bathing and helping them get around if they are not able to on their own. I help where...
Tanya can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, companionship, dementia, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We recently hired Tanya. She is a wonderful help with my grandmother.
Tanya is competent, compassionate and kind, we feel blessed to have found her!"
Heather K.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Larchwood, IA
Lacey C.
5.0
I have worked with Lacey for about a year. She is very responsible, and has never showed up late for work. She shows great caring and patience with children. I would trust her with my kids any day.
- Barbra K.
Lorena H.
5.0
She's really good with kids, very loving, understanding and kind hearted. Highly recommend.
- Care member
Jada S.
5.0
Hola me puedes escribir x TikTok salgo como @samkaalli xfabor gracias quisiera hablar contigo
- Katia A.
Lyn M.
5.0
Lyn is amazing. Seriously. So great with the kids, fun to talk to, very engaging. She babysat our two kids while I was out of town. When they were in her care I felt so confident that they were being well cared for. She picked them up after school, helped cook dinner and a couple nights put...
- Caroline V.
Kayla V.
5.0
My kids were a little nervous about a new sitter and Kayla was amazing! I would hire her again and again!
- Megan E.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Larchwood, IA:
How can I find a Larchwood babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Larchwood, IA?
The average rate for Larchwood, IA babysitters on Care.com is $15.00 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 Larchwood, IA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Larchwood, IA 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.