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29 babysitters are listed in Portage, WI
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Portage, WI
I currently work in a licensed group daycare center as a Lead Infant Teacher. I have worked with 2, 3, and 4-year-olds. I've been at my daycare for 5. 5 years and enjoy helping children learn and grow through play. I believe children learn best through hands on activities and through exploring with their senses. The adults in...
Kelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello there, my name is Elyse, 21.
I have had years of experience in childcare.
From growing up in a family of 6 kids, and always being my mother's helper. Babysitting throughout middle school & high school. To being a live-in-nanny for 3 children (ages 1, 3&5) for a year and a half.
I am know for being kind and gentle,...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
As someone who deeply enjoys the world of childcare and has the joy of being an aunt to eight wonderful nieces and nephews, I am dedicated to creating a fun and safe environment for children to learn and grow. My experience as an assistant at Hagerstown Elementary has equipped me with the necessary skills to provide supportive...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Kai W.
Wyocena, WI
$20-27/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a B. S. in Psychology from UW - La Crosse. I have loved working with children since my first childcare job in college where I worked at a residential facility in La Crosse, WI called Chileda, where I worked with children who had diagnoses including Autism, Reactive Attachment Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder and...
Kai can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Sara G.
Wisconsin Dells, WI
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey there!
I have my bachelors in Elementary Ed. and I have an emphasis on teaching children English as a second or third language. I taught 1st grade for a year, working in a classroom of 5 languages and with several high need students.
I have experience in teaching/tutoring online one-on-one and in small groups.
I worked...
Sara can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Sara was amazing with our daughter and helped her learn a lot of key educational building techniques that are still used to this day. Sara was ALWAYS friendly and I wish I could have her where we live now. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a...
Bryan F.
Phyllis H.
Oxford, WI
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Looking To Babysit Or Help With Anything You Need While Tending To Your Children.
I love being crafty with children I also love reading and help the Young ones that are learning to read I always try to make all activities as fun and educational as possible I got the honor to raise my granddaughter she came to me at the age of 2months and she is 15 now she is a wonderful young lady we are very proud of her and...
Phyllis can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Andrea R.
Wisconsin Dells, WI
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about nurturing and educating children, which is why I became a childcare provider. With one year of experience, I'm comfortable caring for up to three children, ranging from toddlers to preteens. I believe in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to grow and learn.
I'm patient,...
Andrea can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I've been babysitting here and there for a couple years, and it's time for me to try putting myself on Care. com. I'm flexible, caring, and understanding. Ask me anything!
Victoria can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Jenna. I recently moved to Salida and am looking for some new families to connect with. I graduated with a bachelor's in Early Childhood and Special Education in 2018. I then moved to Colorado and went to CU-Denver for my master's in family, development, and research sciences. For the past 12 years I have been...
Jenna can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Hi, I can't send messages, so I thought I'd try this. :/ Are you currently available for before and after school care for a 4 y/o with autism? "
Brandi H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Portage, WI:
How can I find a Portage babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Portage, 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 5 babysitters in Portage, WI on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Portage, WI?
The average rate for Portage, WI babysitters on Care.com is $15.60 per hour as of May 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Portage, WI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Portage, WI 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.