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Michelle D.
Sioux Falls, SD
$11-16/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
When I started babysitting it was only for family members. I soon realized I loved watching, playing with, and caring for children. I babysat pretty much every weekend in my hometown prior to moving to college. I have lots of experience with twins, three of the families I regularly babysat for have a set of twins. I have also...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Michelle is amazing with children! We used her quite frequently to watch our son for a few years until she moved away for college. We have already asked her to babysit again whenever she is home! She keeps the children engaged with activities, is able to cook for...
Luciana J.
Mary T.
Sioux Falls, SD
$15-36/hr • 3 yrs exp
Art Teacher In-Training With School District Level After-school Care Experience
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Mary and I adore children; I was the eldest of four siblings and upwards of five cousins, and as such have been involved in childcare since I was one myself.
My first joy in life is being able to bring a smile to face of a child - the next is art, and thankfully they often go hand-in-hand. I've been able to exercise...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I have employed Mary for most of the last school year as an after school professional. Mary has a very calming and caring manner with children. She uses redirecting language and never raises her voice. As a result she has excellent classroom management skills....
Jodi M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lindsie, I am 22 years old. I am very good with children and will give 100% of my attention to your kids. I am trustworthy, responsible, reliable, and a loving person. I'm very family oriented as well. I currently have a long term nanny position. I am available for after school care or just to babysit! I have...
Lindsie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I love the fact that she follows instructions, and she loves what she does. I have been able to put my mind at rest knowing she is babysitting my child. She is one of the best."
Ayobami B.
5.0
(6)
Featured in a Magazine as a Pet Sitter.
AVAILABILITY:
I have open availability. This means I can stick to your furry friend's schedule and make them as comfortable as possible.
DOG BREED EXPERIENCE:
Great Pyrenees, Anatolian Shepherd, German Shepherd, Newfoundland, Golden Doodle, Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever, Boston...
Caila can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding
5.0
"Caila was the best dog sitter I could have hoped for! She not only sent pics but texted how things were going numerous times to make me feel at ease. The house was honestly cleaner and more organized when we returned than when we left. I can't say enough about how...
Jessie C.
5.0
(3)
I have tutored and 1 on 1 trained for four years. I personalize my lessons to the individuals needs.
Professionally Trained Dancer, Private Lesson Teacher/Taught at Studio.
Cassidy B.
Sioux Falls, SD
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Cassidy! I'm 24 years young and live on the east side of Sioux Falls. Please feel free to reach out if you ever need a helping hand with those beautiful kiddos.
I like working with kids because I love getting to watch them grow everyday and enjoy the many different personalities between children.
I started...
Cassidy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Cassidy is terrific. She communicated well before the sit and arrived right on time. She was good with the kids dinner and bedtimes and also helped tidy up the house a bit after the kids went to bed. Very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Seeking PT work to go around my PT senior care schedule. I can also help with child and/or pet care. Please contact me w/your needs and we will go from there. I have 2 dogs at my home with 2 cats. Pets are discussed on case by case basis.
Tanya can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(15)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Welcome! My name is Caila (KAY-luh). I am happy, outgoing individual who loves to experience life to the fullest. I love to be outside - paddleboarding, skiing, name it, I'm doing it.
After pursuing four years full-time in Corporate America, I decided I wanted to pursue my true passion of fitness and life. So I recently made...
Caila can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Caila watched our toddler and newborn for a short time and was GREAT! She was amazing with our kids from day 1. If we needed someone full time would definitely hire her!"
Armilda S.
Allison M.
Sioux Falls, SD
$36/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Allison! I have loved kids ever since I could remember! I have lots of experience with babysitting and also as a nanny. I have worked with kids around the ages of a newborn to 12 years old. Babies are my favorite! I have worked in the SPED department in a few schools during my time working for Teaching Temps Inc.,...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Allie and her family are long-time friends of my family. Besides knowing her personally, she has spent numerous times caring for our son in our home, her home and at church. Allie loves children more than most gals her age, and has a very sweet spirit in her...
Jenn R.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am a 24-year-old college grad from Sioux Falls. Growing up with eight younger siblings, I was always helping my mom out with watching and caring for them. I have babysat for neighbors and volunteered as a youth leader at church camps. In high school, I worked at a daycare and an organization called Hope Haven (group...
Kinsley can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kinsley is the first person outside of family that I have trusted my one year old son with. He beams when he sees her and doesn't even cry when I leave. She is very organized and lets me know what fun things they do. So happy to have her help!"
Elisabeth R.
5.0
(2)
Part Time General Cleaning Or Help With Chores
I have helped the elderly for almost 8 years. This care includes housework. Plus I am 47 yrs old. I have experience. I'm looking for 2-10 hours per week. I'm looking for some flexibility and to work every week to every 2 weeks to clean the home.
Tanya can also help with: General room cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning
Trinity G.
Sioux Falls, SD
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Trinity Harmelink. I'm available for date nights and babysitting jobs as needed. I also do overnight nannying. I can do around the house cleaning, organizing, and laundry. I'm a PICU nurse and have a schedule that varies. Rate starts at $20 per hour depending on amount of kids/job. Thanks for considering me!
Trinity can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I would recommend Trinity to anyone who's looking for someone to care for their kids. She's had lots of experience in the past with babysitting and nannying through all the years. In regards of Trinity's personality she's nice, caring, and fun! She's hard working,...
Allison R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Makesha. Children are a passion of mine and one of the most important aspects of that is providing a safe and nurturing place for them. I have several younger siblings that I help care for and a couple nephew's and a niece that I have also taken care of. I do have past experience caring for infants/toddlers and...
Makesha can also help with: Travel, carpooling
5.0
"Makesha did a wonderful job watching my 7 and 9 year old. She picked up the kids from school, transported them home and to activities. Makesha kept my son and daughter entertained, went on 'field trips' and she helped with school work.
Would highly recommend...
Stephanie K.
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Kennedy. I grew up in Sioux Falls and I am a Lincoln High school graduate. I graduated from SDSU with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
I am currently a registered nurse at Sanford hospital in the Postpartum and Labor and Delivery Unit. Throughout high school and college I helped babysit. I am also currently...
Kennedy can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Kennedy is extremely responsible and my kids loved her! "
Care member
5.0
(3)
I'm mckenzie Love working with children and love interacting with kids I love doing things around house like cleaning cooking keeping up on house work
Mckenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She has worked in my in home daycare and does.well.with all ages of kids she is very good with the kids"
Amy L.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
Need Evening Or Weekend Care?
I may be available to help you out...
I am a reliable and trustworthy Mom. I have over 30 years of experience working with children.
I currently work FT as a Nanny for a wonderful family! Prior to my current job, I worked in a School District as an Early Childhood/Special Ed....
Jolene can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jo is absolutely the BEST babysitter we have had. Our daughter is 15 months old. From the minute we met Jo, it was apparent that she had an incredible amount of experience caring for children. Every time that she comes, she brings a wonderful bag full of...
Laura K.
Hi!! My name is Danielle and I recently graduated with an Elementary Education with an emphasis on Early Childhood, with a Reading Instruction Minor at Winona State. I moved to Sioux Falls to begin my career as a teacher! I have been babysitting since the age of 12 and have lots of experience! I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified! I...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Alexa V.
Sioux Falls, SD
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Alexa! I have grown up helping my mom with her in-home daycare. I also have experience babysitting for families with multiple children. I am CPR/BLS certified and can provide references if you would like :) I'm currently going to college for nursing and substitute teach elementary and middle school kids. I am beginning...
Alexa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Great with the kids and they always ask when she can came again."
Care member
Hello, my name is Crystal! I am currently finishing up my junior year at the University of South Dakota, but I am coming back to Sioux Falls for summer break and I would love to be your summer nanny! I am majoring in Communications Sciences and Disorders and I hope to become a speech language pathologist at an elementary school...
Crystal can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Jayde E.
Sioux Falls, SD
$13-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have regularly been working with kids ages infant-12 for 6 years. I have babysitting, nanny, and daycare experience. I am very passionate about caring for children and helping them learn and grow. A little bit about me, My name is Jayde and I am 20 years old. I am currently a traveling medication aide for a local company but I...
Jayde can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Larchwood, IA
Michelle D.
5.0
Michelle is a very trustworthy and reliable babysitter. She gets right down with the kids playing games and doing fun crafts. The kids love her and always ask when she is coming back.
- Torrie G.
Mary T.
5.0
Mary was on time and very kind my daughter had so much fun with her .
- Amanda R.
Lindsie S.
5.0
I love the fact that she follows instructions, and she loves what she does. I have been able to put my mind at rest knowing she is babysitting my child. She is one of the best.
- Ayobami B.
Caila H.
5.0
Caila took great care of our dogs while we were away. We recommend her to anyone who wants their pets to be comfortable and their house to be clean! We look forward to having Caila take care of our two dogs in the future!
- Meelie C.
Cassidy B.
5.0
Cassidy is terrific. She communicated well before the sit and arrived right on time. She was good with the kids dinner and bedtimes and also helped tidy up the house a bit after the kids went to bed. Very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend.
- Care member
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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 June 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.