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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
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Lauren S.

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Lauren and I am graduating from the University of Minnesota-Duluth this May with a degree in Communication as well as a minor in Marketing. I have 5 years of experience babysitting and nannying! I am certified in first aid training and CPR. I am looking a full time nanny/household manager position this coming...

Nou C. says "We hired Lauren as a nanny over the summer to watch our two kids and she was wonderful! We have a difficult 2 year old who warmed up to Lauren pretty fast....

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Jeanelle C.

Experienced Sitter / College Student

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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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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
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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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Lyndsey P.

Energetic, Fun-Loving Nanny

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Kendre N.

Weekend And Evening Babysitter

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
Travel
carpooling
I have a brother that is 9 years younger than me as well as babysitting for many family and friends over the years. Single and love being around fun, energetic, and imaginative children!

Rebekah D. says "Kendre is wonderful and our children love her after just a couple of times babysitting. She is very punctual and responsive. We're glad to have her as...

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Justine G.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Minneapolis-based*** I am a former special education teacher (M. Ed) with a K-12 license in special education. I also have a BA in journalism. I have over a decade of experience teaching and, since 2020, providing in-home support. My interests include music, the arts, fashion, spending time outdoors, wellness, writing, and...

Amy P. says "I really enjoyed meeting and getting to know Justine. She immediately connected with my daughter and was so pleasant, intelligent and trusting. I look...

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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
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
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 S.

American Graduate Student With Special Needs Experience In Edinburgh

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
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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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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Alexandra I.

Behavior Technician And Babysitter

Inver Grove Heights, MN

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Alexandra, 21 years old, and I've been babysitting since I was 15. I'm a Registered Behavior Technician and Behavioral Health Specialist with lots of experience caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs. I'm CPR and Basic Life Support certified, and I recently graduated from the University of...

Care Member says "Alex came on short notice to babysit my 9 yr. old for an afternoon. She was very playful and fun and my son had a great time! She also helped him with...

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Bliloh V.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
My name is Bliloh, but you can called me Beloved. Beloveds my other name. I am friendly, loving, kind, caring, people who know me will say I am outgoing and down to earth. I love kids. I love to be around them. to shows that they have someone to talk to or play with. Most kids called me sister. I can't say a lot until you give...

Care Member says "She is a really great person she is a lovely young lady who have a good heart and kind when around kids."

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Kristiana H.

Babysitter/Nanny Plus

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
In addition to successfully (but not perfectly) raising and launching my own three sons, I have extensive experience caring for children of all ages, including special needs children. I love children, and love to engage them in reading, music, outings and activities, arts & crafts, discussion and fun. Turns out this is my happy...

Jasmine K. says "We loved Kristiana when we interviewed her! She really engaged with our kids during the interview and they really responded to her. She was a great...

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Amanda L.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Amanda! I'm from the Pacific Northwest and recently moved to Minnesota. I graduated from the University of Washington where I studied English and early childhood. I have previously worked on Camano Island, WA as a School-Age Care Assistant. I am currently working for District 196 as a library media clerk and previously...

Heidi S. says "Amanda was a wonderful sitter for my cat. I don't think my cat even missed me as she was very comfortable with Amanda. She cares about what she is doing....

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Marni Z.

Dependable Child Care

South Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I'm an energetic, creative, kind and responsible person who loves kiddos! I adore having the opportunity to spend time with infants, toddlers and kids. Over the years I have gained tons of experience with many different age groups but have mostly cared for those between 0-3 years of age. Since I was 13 I have been engaged in...

Sarah T. says "Marni cared for my 4 month old and 3.5 year old daughters. She is reliable, caring, patient, and knowledgeable. She learned my infant's feeding, sleep,...

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Katherine H.

Experienced Babysitter

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(0)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Experienced Nanny and Babysitter! I have been a live-in Au-pair in Germany, a full time nanny in Minnesota, and school age child care instructor in the public schools. I love playing outside, going for walks and art projects. I rarely use screens. I love a field trip. I think kids should get messy and muddy! (and then I'll...
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Zoe K.

Outgoing And Adores Children

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Zoe, I'm 24 years old and have over 10 years of both babysitting and nannying experience. I am super outgoing and love working with kids. I am very flexible, and adaptive, and love learning about different parenting styles and what works best for you and your child/children. Safety and trust is really important...

Care Member says "Zoe was great with my two kids! She arrived on time, was a good communicator and the kids had so much fun with her. "

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Danielle T.

I Love Yours Like They Are Mine

Minneapolis, MN

4.6(1)
from
$30/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
My name is Danielle and I go by Dani. I'm a recent transplant to Minneapolis as of September, where I now live with my husband and our two adorable Mini Schnauzers. I've loved caring for children ever since I started babysitting at 13, and now-having become an empty nester as my son serves in the Army-I'm excited to continue...

Aileen M. says "Dani has a wonderful demeanor with my baby daughter. It is a joy to see Dani chatting and singing to engage her little mind, just like I like to do as a...

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Annie L.

Reliable And Experienced Nanny

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi, my name is Annie! I'm a recently graduated student from the University of Minnesota who started a new job in St Paul in January. Over the past four years, I've been fortunate to work with over a dozen wonderful families through Care as a nanny and/or recurring date night babysitter. Having the opportunity to foster and...

Sarah E. says "Honestly, Annie was so great with our toddler, who is rarely cared for by anyone other than us and was understandably a bit scared to have us leave for a...

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Rosalyn S.

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Rosalyn, a fun-loving and energetic 26-year-old with a passion for working with kids. After 3 wonderful years as a public school music teacher (Grades K-7), I'm excited to shift to nannying for a more personalized, hands-on approach to supporting children's growth. I loved creating engaging, educational activities in...

Scott B. says "Rosie, was a delightful addition to our family this summer as a nanny. She provided full time care for my 3 children ranging from 10 years to 4 years old....

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $15.00/hr as of September 2026

  • 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.

Lauren S.

We hired Lauren as a nanny over the summer to watch our two kids and she was wonderful! We have a difficult 2 year old who warmed up to...

- Nou C.

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

Common questions about hiring a babysitter in Mendota, MN

The average rate for babysitters in Mendota, MN on Care.com is $15.00 per hour as of September 2026. Rates can vary depending on the babysitter’s experience, the ages of your children, and the types of responsibilities you need help with. Duties like preparing meals, handling bedtime routines, caring for infants, or supervising multiple children may influence the overall rate. Many families also find that evening, weekend, or last-minute care can be priced differently. For a broader look at typical pricing, you can explore how much babysitters cost and use the Care.com cost calculator to help estimate your total expenses.
Finding a babysitter in Mendota, MN often starts with asking people you trust, such as friends, relatives, or neighbors, for recommendations. Many families also look in local parenting groups or community forums where other parents share their experiences. On Care.com, you can browse 1 babysitters in Mendota, MN, each with information about their background, availability, and reviews from nearby families. Taking time to compare profiles and understand each sitter’s experience, age-group comfort, and approach to childcare can help you find someone who fits your family’s routine and expectations.
Babysitters in Mendota, MN offer a range of services to support different family schedules and childcare needs. Many caregivers focus on afternoon routines, including after-school sitters who help with pick-ups, homework, and evening transitions. Families who need extended coverage can look for overnight sitters who stay through the night and assist with bedtime care. You can also find sitters who specialize in caring for infants, such as infant babysitters experienced with feeding, naps, and developmental routines. Many babysitters are available for weekend help or general childcare, and some can take on tutoring responsibilities if your child needs academic support. Reviewing each sitter’s profile can help you understand their experience, availability, and the types of care they are most comfortable providing.
When choosing a babysitter in Mendota, it’s helpful to consider their experience, comfort with your child’s age group, and familiarity with common childcare duties. Many families look for babysitters who communicate clearly, arrive on time, and have positive reviews from other parents. It can also be useful to understand the typical responsibilities of a babysitter so you know what to expect during each visit. For a broader sense of the qualities families value most, you can explore what makes a good babysitter, especially if you’re hiring someone for infants, bedtime routines, or after-school care.
Babysitters typically provide occasional or part-time care, such as evenings, weekends, or short-term help when parents are away. Nannies usually work more consistent hours and may take on additional responsibilities like planning activities, helping with children’s schedules, or supporting daily routines. Understanding the differences can help you decide which type of caregiver best fits your family’s needs in Mendota.
How early you should book a babysitter depends on when and how long you need care. For busy times like weekends, holidays, or evenings, it can help to reach out several days in advance. If you need ongoing or recurring help, contacting sitters ahead of time gives you more options and allows you to schedule interviews and meet-and-greets. For last-minute care, many babysitters in Mendota offer flexible or same-day availability.

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