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Audrey K.

Full-Time Nanny/Babysitter

Mendota, MN

4.1(1)
from
$15/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
I am a grandmother of 2 children, one boy and one girl. They are already taken care of so I am looking to fill my time assisting a family as a nanny or babysitter doing laundry/housecleaning. I have raised my children who are now young, wonderful adults so I have that experience of wisdom and knowledge to share with other young...

Jessica S. says "Audrey is keeping my son busy all morning long! She is punctual and very helpful and easy to talk to! I'm currently at home working while she is here and...

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Bethel M.

Bethel..

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hello parents and caregivers! I'm Bethel. I'm 19 years old, and have a passion for little ones! I have multiple years of experience in babysitting, nannying, and caring for persons with special needs. I'd love to fill your families life with fun, creativity, and assistance in daily home life and child care.

Care Member says "she's such a helpful loving girl, she has so much potential and I can't wait to have her help us out again."

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Jeanelle C.

Experienced Sitter / College Student

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hey! I am a young professional transitioning out of a position and looking for short term or part-time gigs. I love meeting new people and learning new things. I have a B. A. in Psychology with a minor in Sociology of Law, Deviance, and Criminology at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities. For years, I have been...

Care Member says "Jeanelle is the absolute best babysitter, and our 5 year old daughter simply adores her. She is warm, engaging, and really creative when it comes to...

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Bethany F.

Reliable Sitter Able To Help Kids With Emotional Regulation Skills

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
meal prep
I am a calm, caring, reliable person who loves working with kids because they are fun to be around and always show me new ways to see the world with wonder. I started babysitting when I was 14 years old and have worked with kids in many different capacities since, such as full time nannying, teaching, and swim lessons. I'm...

Care Member says "Bethany is great with our toddler! She navigates dinner time and bedtime with ease. Bethany is very engaging and supportive in play, which my toddler...

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Regan C.

Fun Part-Time/Full-Time Babysitter Available!

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Regan and I would love to be a babysitter for your family! I just moved to Minneapolis from northern California. I just graduated from Sonoma State with a degree in Communication & Media Studies. Throughout my time in college, I nannied for two families and previously provided child care all throughout high...

Christina J. says "Regan has been our babysitter for 1 year and we have nothing but amazing things to say about her. Our son loved his nights with Regan babysitting....

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Lauren M.

Lauren From Minneapolis, MN

Inver Grove Heights, MN

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Lauren. I'm 21 years old and I am about to graduate from Winona State University in June 2024 with a Bachelor of Science in Education (TESOL- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). I am AED/First Aid/CPR/Heimlich Maneuver/Swim Teacher certified. In addition, I have several years of babysitting/nannying/au...

Dustin S. says "Lauren was my student at St. Croix Lutheran Academy (SCLA) where she truly was respected by both her peers & the faculty. In fact, she was selected as the...

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Caroline A.

Introduction

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 23 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
I have over 3 years of babysitting experience with 0-10 years old. I worked in healthcare for 4 years in a mental health clinic along with being CPR certified. I bring a unique understanding of child development. Drawing on my academic background and hands-on experience, Fueled by a genuine passion for children, I create a safe,...

Care Member says "Caroline came to the hotel we were staying at and watched my 2yo daughter and I would hire her again in a heartbeat. So kind, playful, and trustworthy."

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Lyndsey P.

Energetic, Fun-Loving Nanny

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Child care has been a passion of mine since I was a young child myself. After receiving my babysitter's certificate at the age of 11, I created business cards and promoted myself to my community. Since that time, over my 13 years of child care, It continues to be my passion as I find it rewarding and fulfilling. I have...

Meg L. says "I had the opportunity to chat with Lyndsey about being our sons nanny. Lyndsey stood out instantly with the attention she put into her application. She asked...

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Margaret T.

Private Tutoring | Occasional Nannying And Babysitting

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
I am an upbeat, caring, and creative child-care provider. My 12 years of dance training, 13 years of piano lessons, and B. F. A. in Acting all inform how I approach my work. I use my passion for the creative arts to foster fun and meaningful relationships with children. I have extensive experience doing this. I taught ballet and...

Joy M. says "Margaret (Maggie) has been a wonderful part of our family for over the last 3 years. She is punctual, super reliable and our children adore her. She's a...

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Molly R.

Energetic And Nurturing Nanny

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
If I could describe my caregiving style in three words it would be compassionate, patient, and fun. I am a fully hands-on caregiver who will always be there to kiss the boo-boos, give a nanny-style high five, or simply be a pair of listening ears for your little one. I have been caring for children independently for over five...

Tim D. says "We absolutely love Molly and cannot recommend her highly enough. Molly nannied for us for about two months while our full-time nanny was out on medical...

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Margaret P.

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there! I first graduated with a degree in education, and for several years I taught elementary. In the summers, I worked as a nanny and therapeutic recreation specialist. Eventually, I moved forward to pursue my masters degree in clinical psychology! Currently, I am a licensed mental health therapist and I truly love my work....

Lisa L. says "My kids love Maggie! She understands kids and has a great 'can do' attitude. She also takes initiative and does things without ever being asked. She's a...

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Samaje K.

Excited And Ready

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! I am Samaje. I am very excited to start being of help to a new family. I am currently a Preschool Teacher but thinking of going back into nannying. I've nannied before and enjoyed it and would love to nanny for another family as well. I have 6 years of paid childcare experience and plenty of extra babysitting...

Gina G. says "Samaje is amazing with my 8-month-old son! He is so happy to see her everyday. She does a great job of keeping him entertained and taken care of. I know...

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Madalyn B.

Personal Assistant

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
Hi there! My name is Mady, I have been nannying for 10years with all ages. I started in the public schools working with behavior and developmental disorders before moving into nannying. I am really passionate about making sure I work with kids in a way they can digest and that helps them develop the skills and values needed to...

Kelly R. says "Madalyn took care of tasks in and out of the house for me in 2023. She was very organized and efficient, I would hire her again. "

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Erika O.

American Graduate Student With Special Needs Experience In Edinburgh

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
I have worked with children with special needs for the previous three years in a professional context and have a master's degree in special education. Most of my experience is with children and adolescents from 9 months to 17 years. I can connect and engage with a wide range of children and absolutely love working with kiddos! I...

Michelle P. says "Erika engages with children in play and my children love her, often requesting for her, asking when they will get to play with her next! Very punctual,...

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Miranda B.

Full Time/Part Time Nanny

Inver Grove Heights, MN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
Professional Caregiver, DSP, LPC, and Nanny with over a decade of experience supporting children and individuals with developmental disabilities. I specialize in nurturing safe, engaging, and intellectually stimulating environments for children from infancy through adolescence. My background includes personalized care planning...

Lisa M. says "Miranda is a kind, patient and dependable caregiver. Miranda worked for my childcare center for two consecutive summers and completed her school co-op...

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Marissa W.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! My name is Marissa I am a 5th grade teacher who has been working with children for over 7 years. I have daycare experience working with infants-preschool children, and have been trained in first aid/CPR, as well as hold certifications in Abusive Head Trauma and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. I love the arts and always...

Lora C. says "She is very interactive with the kids. She has a passion working with children. She is very creative with activities, and is active with my kids physically...

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Carly O.

Saint Paul, MN

4.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! My name is Carly and I am 32 years old. I am a trained doula and a psychology graduate. I have 10 years of nanny experience ranging from newborn to 10 years of age and I also love spending time with my nieces and nephew in my spare time. I have also worked in a daycare for about a year where I worked with multiple children...
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Annah K.

Part-Time Caregiver

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, My name is Annah. I have been caring and assisting with nannying since I was about 13. I also have experience being a nanny for 6 years, and have regularly done one off last minute nannying. I have worked with all ages of kids and absolutely love them. I'm really great with them and enjoy spending time with them and having...

Ryan M. says "Annah was a wonderful caregiver for my wife and I when it came to taking care of our son. We are very happy with the services we received and are glad to...

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Rachel W.

Caring Nanny Looking For A Part-Time Position With Great Family!

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there, I am looking for a full time, long term nanny position. I have been a full time professional nanny for almost 3 years, and it is by far my favorite thing to do. I take pride in providing a safe, clean, and positive environment for the kiddo(s) in my care. I have professional experience with children ages 15 months up...

Bari H. says "Rachel has been fantastic with our (very busy!) toddler! She's kind, fun, thoughtful, conscientious (both about COVID precautions and otherwise), and...

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Christa J.

Responsible, Calm, Sweet, Fun Sitter!

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
Hi there! My name is Christa. I graduated with my Psychology degree in 2017 from The University of Minnesota and I have been caring for children for 15+ years. My most recent experience has been working with babies, toddlers and pre-k kids. I also spent four years as a PCA for a boy with special needs. I truly love working...

Care Member says "Christa watched our two kids while we went out for a date night and she was great! Our daughter is already asking when she can come back again. "

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Mendota, MN

Babysitters in Mendota, MN are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Audrey K.

Audrey is keeping my son busy all morning long! She is punctual and very helpful and easy to talk to! I'm currently at home working while...

- Jessica S.

Bethel M.

she's such a helpful loving girl, she has so much potential and I can't wait to have her help us out again.

- Care member

Jeanelle C.

Jeanelle is the absolute best babysitter, and our 5 year old daughter simply adores her. She is warm, engaging, and really creative when it...

- Care member

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Mendota, MN:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Mendota, 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 1 babysitters in Mendota, MN on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Mendota, MN babysitters on Care.com is $15.00 per hour as of November 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Mendota, MN through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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