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I have 10+ years of experience with babysitting. I currently live in Merrill and graduated from UW-Stout in 2020 majoring in Vocational Rehabilitation. I am currently getting my Masters Degree in General Education at UWSP online.
- I have experience working with ages infant through 17
- I have taken a CPR and First Aid Class...
Faith can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Bailey O.
Merrill, WI
$10-14/hr
Hi, I'm Bailey. I grew up having dogs my whole life, and would love to help you out with yours!
Feel free to reach out with any questions!
Bailey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Tristan S.
Merrill, WI
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name is Tristan! I am currently going to graduate school for school psychology at UW-Stout. I have plenty of experience with children. I started babysitting at age 12 and enjoyed it all through high school. I have worked with a diverse population through college in my undergraduate. I have gained experience working with...
Tristan can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Bailey O.
Merrill, WI
$19-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Bailey! Message Me With Any Questions You May Have!
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Bailey! I'd love to talk more with you about babysitting your child/children. Don't hesitate to reach out and ask me questions. Here's some more about me:
I started working with kids when I was 13, babysitting my cousins and sisters. In addition, I nannied 2 children for the summer. I also babysit weekly for a family...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bailey was so great watching a two and three month old. She sent us some updates while she was there too which was greatly appreciated for first time mom"
Brittany D.
I have experiencing working with dogs, cats, chickens, horses, fish, and donkeys. I am very gentle and patient with animals. I have two dogs of my own and a cat. I love keeping animals safe and entertained.
Faith can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Paige P.
Merrill, WI
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
in college online for education, have young nieces, took a babysitting course, like all aged kids, willing to do light house work
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning
Being from a large family, I have always been around many pets and types of pets. I have cared for large to small dog breeds, along with all different types of personalities. I have knowledge on all types of pets including cats, reptiles, and small caged animals. I enjoy being around animals and am very comfortable with them. I...
Tristan can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Adriana S.
Wausau, WI
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Adriana, I'm 17 years old. I'm a senior in High school right now. I will be graduating early in December so then I can start to be a full time babysitter and earn money for college next fall. I'm a very caring and honest person! I have a lot of humor and love to smile!
Adriana can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Adriana has been great! She's open and honest and has provided great care for my two boys (2 & 7). She's very friendly and easy to get along with."
Nick S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
A little bit about me personally I am a currently a junior in college and majoring in nursing. I intend to become a pediatric nurse and pursue my NP after college. On top of being a nursing major I am going into my third season on the soccer team at my university. I have a large family and a 7-year-old niece who I have babysat...
Amaya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Amaya has been amazing with my kids and has done a great job with communicating. She is punctual, always responsive and a great person overall! Highly recommend her for any job!"
Joan P.
Kristie H.
Wausau, WI
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a reliable, responsible, and hard working person, and I always try to be on time. I love doing things outdoors, and I love to cook and bake. I am a high school graduate, and I have an associates degree from Nicolet College for culinary arts. I love kids, I enjoy interacting, playing games and playing outside with them....
Kristie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kristie is so great with kids!! My little guy loves her. She reads, sings, dances, and does so many other fun things with him. She's also great at making meals, and does some light cleaning if requested. I'm so happy I found her! I've actually been able to have...
Nicole J.
5.0
(1)
I have cared for several elderly women in various stages and positions of life. A few weekly hours of in-home assistance, round-the-clock care for dementia patients, or short term sick care in assisted living- I seek to be as flexible to your needs as possible. Those with many years behind them often have valuable wisdom to...
Ruth can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care
Jadyn G.
Wausau, WI
$18-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jadyn and I am a clinical lead I am currently in graduate school studying ABA therapy to become a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst. I am looking for part time work as a nanny! Ideally I would like to work with infants/young children who nap so I would be able to bring school work to work on! I have many years...
Jadyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've watched kids from ages 1month-10 years old.
Previous experience with caring for children was mainly for family members.
I love doing outdoors activities with kids, playing games, and just helping them learn.
Available for Part-time / Full time nanny or babysitter.
Maihlee can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
Grace J.
Marathon, WI
$14/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Bio: Hi! I'm Grace J! I'm currently in the veterinary technician program at NTC. I have a huge passion for animals. I also love kids and I have childcare experience mainly from watching my little cousins (ages 9 months-6 years old). My first job was at a daycare where we supervised the kids, played with them, and put them down...
5.0
"Grace was hired on a short term assignment to care for our 1 year old twins. After having a not-so-great experience with a sitter, Grace came to our rescue on a short notice and handled our needs and expectations with professionalism and kindness. The girls enjoyed...
Mary N.
3.7
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
For as long as I can remember, I have loved working with children of all ages. I have more than 15 years of experience in child-care from a variety of sources. My role within the lives of children has been an active one - everything from babysitting, summer camp, teaching, etc. I look forward to meeting you and your sweet...
Savannah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I was very skeptical about hiring someone I do not know. Last experience we had was very poor and discouraged us. Decided to try again. We did a meet and greet with Savannah and right away I felt very comfortable with her. Kids loved her immediately. She babysat...
Tyne H.
Veronica S.
Wausau, WI
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Veronica and I love kids! I am currently attending school for early childhood education in hopes to obtain a bachelors degree and teach kindergarten. From a young age I have always loved kids and caring for them. I started babysitting when I was 13 years old and got my first job in a daycare at 17. I have worked in...
Veronica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Veronica was wonderful to work with. She took excellent care of our three boys. She is dependable, flexible and fun. She planned activities for the boys and kept them active. We hope to work with her again in the future when she returns from school."
Kaitlin M.
Brianna A.
Wausau, WI
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Pick up kids and drop off. Did do a lot of baby sitting in teen and early 20's. . Baby sitter available.
Can also do my house where I have a small hobby farm with Goats and chickens. also have cats and dogs.
Brianna can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Brianna has cleaned my home for several years. She is professional, thorough, trustworthy and honest. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
My chief experience in child-care is with my 5 younger siblings. I have also had the privilege of helping care for a set of twins from birth to 1 year. I love children and enjoy them in all stages; just holding a newborn, making cookies and blanket houses with 5-year-olds, biking and talking with preteens. I believe each child...
Ruth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Ruth loves people and puts a lot of effort into trying to meet their needs."
Diana J.
Jamie B.
Wausau, WI
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello!! I am currently working as a CNA, working on my Nursing Degree. The dream is to one day become a pediatric nurse!!
I started working with kids when I first started my senior year of high school. I also took care of my little brother plus helped him with his schooling if needed.
In my spare time, I like to spend time...
I have been babysitting for the past 6 years on and off throughout high school and college. I am graduating college with a Bachelor's degree in Early Middle Education. I have also worked at a summer camp for 4 years and have worked at a YMCA Child Care Center for 1 year. I have experience working with kids of all ages and I am...
Mackenzie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Merrill, WI
Bailey O.
5.0
Bailey was so great watching a two and three month old. She sent us some updates while she was there too which was greatly appreciated for first time mom
- Brittany D.
Adriana S.
5.0
Adriana has been great! She's open and honest and has provided great care for my two boys (2 & 7). She's very friendly and easy to get along with.
- Nick S.
Amaya O.
5.0
Amaya has been amazing with my kids and has done a great job with communicating. She is punctual, always responsive and a great person overall! Highly recommend her for any job!
- Joan P.
Kristie H.
5.0
Kristie is so great with kids!! My little guy loves her. She reads, sings, dances, and does so many other fun things with him. She's also great at making meals, and does some light cleaning if requested. I'm so happy I found her! I've actually been able to have some time to myself.
- Nicole J.
Grace J.
5.0
Grace was hired on a short term assignment to care for our 1 year old twins. After having a not-so-great experience with a sitter, Grace came to our rescue on a short notice and handled our needs and expectations with professionalism and kindness. The girls enjoyed their activities, were fed, kept...
- Mary N.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Merrill, WI:
How can I find a Merrill babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Merrill, WI 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 7 babysitters in Merrill, WI on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Merrill, WI?
The average rate for Merrill, WI babysitters on Care.com is $12.86 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 Merrill, WI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Merrill, WI 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.