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1,625 babysitters are listed in Minneapolis, MN
The average rate is $17/hr as of December 2023
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Minneapolis, MN
Nataliah M.
5.0
Nataliah is great with kids! She is creative, kind and fun! My kids have always enjoyed her when she has babysat and will keep your kids off screens!!!
- Care member
Marykate B.
5.0
MaryKate is amazing with our young kids! She has great communication about scheduling and the kids' needs. She is also very knowledgeable about kids with allergies. Our kids love her!
- Crystal W.
Greta K.
5.0
I would recommend Greta to anyone. Professional, personable and so good with our 3 month old son.
- Lindsey A.
Megan W.
5.0
I am very satisfied with Megan’s service. She took care of my 6 years old autistic daughter . She was on time, professional and flexible. I highly recommend her.
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Angela M G.
5.0
Angela was amazing! As a FTM and hiring a non-family member babysitter, Angela was patient and made me feel so comfortable. She My son took to her immediately. I would highly recommend Angela to other parents!
- Jessica D.
Babysitters in Minneapolis, MN
5.0
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My Name is Nataliah I'm 19yrs old. I graduated this past summer from Washburn high school and currently attend Augsburg university in Minneapolis. I have lots of experience with Babysitting as I have been a nanny for 3 years and have grown up watching lots of littles during my teenage years. :) I am...
Nataliah can also help with: Grocery shopping, Travel
Recent review:
5.0
Nataliah is great with kids! She is creative, kind and fun! My kids have always enjoyed her when she has babysat and will keep your kids off screens!!!
Reviewed by Care member
Marykate B.
Minneapolis, MN
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
-Experienced Babysitter Available On Nights Wed-Sun -Experience As Part-time Nanny For 5 Summers
5.0
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In the past, I have worked both personally and professionally with children ages newborn to 14. I have several nieces and nephews that I babysit frequently, and have served as a part-time nanny for a total of five summers for two different families. I am available to babysit for one night at random...
Marykate can also help with: Carpooling, Light cleaning, Travel
Recent review:
5.0
MaryKate is amazing with our young kids! She has great communication about scheduling and the kids' needs. She is also very knowledgeable about kids with allergies. Our kids love her!
Reviewed by Crystal W.
5.0
(1)
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I have been babysitting for over 10 years, and I worked at a daycare for three. I enjoy working with children ages 0-12 and am great with helping with homework, driving to activities, spending time with them, etc. I am a Red Cross certified babysitter as of 2011, with updated CPR/AED certification...
Greta can also help with: Light cleaning, Carpooling
Recent review:
5.0
I would recommend Greta to anyone. Professional, personable and so good with our 3 month old son.
Reviewed by Lindsey A.
5.0
(1)
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Hello! My name is Megan and I am currently in my third year of undergraduate work earning my elementary education licensure. I have 5 years of professional experience working with children of all ages, backgrounds, and educational needs in a variety of settings, including classrooms, after-school...
Megan can also help with: Travel, Light cleaning, Carpooling, Grocery shopping
Recent review:
5.0
I am very satisfied with Megan’s service. She took care of my 6 years old autistic daughter . She was on time, professional and flexible. I highly recommend her.
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
(1)
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My name is Angela and I am a 25-year-old elementary educator. I currently work with elementary age students, but have experience working with adolescence as well. I began nannying and tutoring when I was 14 years old, and have experience teaching Sunday school all throughout high school. I am very...
Angela M can also help with: Grocery shopping, Travel, Carpooling, Light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Angela was amazing! As a FTM and hiring a non-family member babysitter, Angela was patient and made me feel so comfortable. She My son took to her immediately. I would highly recommend Angela to other parents!
Reviewed by Jessica D.
5.0
(3)
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I have done daycare for 20 plus years on and off for many different families that needed care. I have excellent references. I have great church references. I have helped in kids church, taught youth group and helped in nursery. I love children and my husband and I have 7 of our own. All 7 are...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, Carpooling
Recent review:
5.0
Chris started with us October 2016.
Chris is a wonderful person and is a pleasure to work with! She is great with our three children, and she is always friendly and caring. Chris is very punctual and an...
Reviewed by Amy H.
5.0
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Hi! My name is Annie M! I recently graduated from the College of St. Benedict, receiving a bachelor's degree in Health Science. I am now working on earning my Doctorate of Physical Therapy at the College of St. Scholastica. I am new to the Duluth area and looking for part-time work in the area.
I...
Annie can also help with: Carpooling, Light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
We had Annie for only a couple of months during the summer to help look after our boys and during that time the they grew to love her. She was patient, understanding and always showed warmth towards my boys....
Reviewed by Patti P.
5.0
(1)
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My name is Kaelan, I am 23 years old. I have always had a strong passion for working with kids. I have a lot of experience babysitting for kids of all ages and would love to get as much experience as I can. I worked as a nanny for two years and for the last 4 I have been at a Montessori Daycare as a...
Kaelan can also help with: Carpooling, Light cleaning, Travel
Recent review:
5.0
We hired Kaelan last minute when schools were canceled. She was easy to communicate with and punctual. Kaelan did a wonderful job interacting with, feeding and caring for our three kids (5 years, 3 years and...
Reviewed by Alisa and Brian L.
Valerie B.
Minneapolis, MN
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter And College Graduate Well-Versed At Blending Learning And Play
5.0
(3)
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I started caring for children when I was 11 years old. I've been an occasional babysitter and petsitter ever since. In 2011, I worked at a community farm/CSA in Osceola, WI, and took care of twin 3-year-olds. I was also responsible for gardening and cooking nutritious meals for the community. My...
Recent review:
5.0
Valerie has been a trusted and dependable provider, caring for our 10-year-old daughter on a part-time basis. She is thoughtful, flexible, and creative in her work and engagement with our family.
Reviewed by Former Member A.
5.0
(2)
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Hello! My name is Annmarie and I am a Dental Student pursuing my DDS at the University of Minnesota. I am passionate about health, education, the great outdoors, and exploring new things! I hope I can bring my positive attitude and hard work ethic to bring the best care experience to your family. I...
Annmarie can also help with: Light cleaning, Travel, Carpooling
Recent review:
5.0
reliable, punctual, and with a very positive attitude towards everything. I hired her as a mothers helper and she did a great job looking after my 8 month old daughter while also keeping the house clean and...
Reviewed by Sara B.
4.0
(1)
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I have a lot of experience as a nanny and as a mother of 2 sons and a baby granddaughter! I lovingly form a relationship with each child individually, because that's where I feel that trust and respect go hand in hand. I am firm and consistent with children, yet I believe in being flexible once we...
Recent review:
4.0
Angel was friendly and warm with our kids during the interview. She seems to truly care about kids and would make a good nanny.
Reviewed by Laurie And Amelia M.
5.0
(1)
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I am 24, have about 11+ years of paid childcare experience, and I love kids! I graduated and I have plenty of experience with kids outside of just nannying (cousins and nieces) but officially nannied for about seven years. I was CPR certified in high school (twice). I love going on walks, to...
Andra can also help with: Carpooling, Light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Kids love her!
Reviewed by Stephanie F.
5.0
(3)
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Hi I'm Rachel:) One of the hardest things to find is a babysitter with enough energy as the kids! I will keep your kids entertained for hours with crafts, games, and giggles. I have been babysitting for neighbors, family friends, cousins, and work friends for 6 years and have worked with individuals...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, Light cleaning, Carpooling
Recent review:
5.0
We hired Rachel to babysit for a date night. She did a great job! Our kids (ages 4, 6, & 8) all felt very comfortable with her. She brought along an activity, helped our oldest with his homework, and cleaned up...
Reviewed by Brittany O.
5.0
(1)
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Hi!! I'm Jenae and have recently moved to Fort Myers to begin my career post-grad as an Atgletic Trainer in the Lee County school district. I've always had a passion caring for kids and would love to continue that in my free time. My full-time job schedule is dependent upon needed sports coverage so...
Jenae can also help with: Carpooling, Travel, Light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Jenae cared for our son from ages 7-10 months regularly several evenings a month. She would pick him up from daycare and take him home as we worked long hours. She was very reliable, easy to communicate with...
Reviewed by Elizabeth B.
5.0
(5)
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Hello!
I am a very reliable, energetic, loyal, caring person who has roughly 20 years of paid experience as a babysitter/nanny and would classify myself as a career nanny. I have experience with: twins, overnights, out of town trips, infants, toddler, school age, teens, etc. I love kids if all ages...
Rachel can also help with: Grocery shopping, Carpooling, Travel, Light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Rachel has watched our two kids multiple times for date night coverage. She is always on time, and the kids are excited to see her coming. She has been very good with our three dogs that also have their own...
Reviewed by Matt J.
5.0
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Hello! I am a caring and responsible babysitter with 5 years of experience. I have a passion for working with children and I love helping them learn and grow. I am patient, kind, and always put the safety and wellbeing of the children I care for first. I have experience working with children of all...
Recent review:
5.0
She was wonderful to work with my two girls! I can't wait to work with her again.
Reviewed by Andrea D.
5.0
(3)
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I graduated from the University of Minnesota with a Masters degree in Elementary Education in 2016, and taught third grade in South America until I moved back to the states in 2019. I currently work as a real estate agent throughout the Twin Cities metro and in Wisconsin.
I absolutely love being...
Megan can also help with: Travel, Light cleaning, Carpooling
Recent review:
5.0
Megan is fabulous! She's fun, responsible, and creative. My kids are always disappointed when I arrive home and she has to leave!
Reviewed by Michelle A.
5.0
(4)
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Hi, I'm Maia! I am a reliable and experienced babysitter available for evening, weekend, and overnight babysitting. I have cared for infants and children of all ages. I am an alumna of the University of Minnesota and while I grew up in Wisconsin, I consider myself a Minnesotan having lived through...
Maia can also help with: Light cleaning, Travel, Carpooling
Recent review:
5.0
Maia is great! My daughter loves her and often asks when she is coming back again. She is trustworthy, punctual, a great communicator and overall just a great person. Your family is in great hands with Maia.
Reviewed by Jessa R.
Hannah C.
Minneapolis, MN
$18-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Creative & Fun Babysitter With 10+ Years Of Experience
5.0
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Hi! I am an energetic, creative, and caring childcare worker. I have been taking care of kids in diverse settings from babysitting, preschools, childcare centers, summer camps, highschools. I have worked with students of all ages for more than 10 years. My degree is in secondary education with a...
Recent review:
5.0
Hannah is an absolute joy to work with. They were part of a pre-school class/program my youngest child attended & he really took to them. He would often ask if Hannah was going to be there & he really didn't...
Reviewed by Marisa D.
5.0
(1)
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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...
Regan can also help with: Carpooling, Light cleaning, Grocery shopping, Travel
Recent review:
5.0
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. Regan is top notch. She has a positive attitude, she is a fun...
Reviewed by Christina J.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Minneapolis, MN:
How can I find a Minneapolis babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Minneapolis, 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 1,625 babysitters in Minneapolis, MN on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Minneapolis, MN?
The average rate for Minneapolis, MN babysitters on Care.com is $17.72 per hour as of December 2023. 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 Minneapolis, MN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Minneapolis, MN through Care.com. As of 2023, 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.
Ratings for Minneapolis, MN babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Minneapolis, MN are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 551 reviews of the 1,625 listed babysitters.