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I started working with kids when I was a teen, then I was a live in nanny at 19, and worked 3 years at a school in boulder recently.
I really love spending time with children and teaching them new things. Super animal friendly also! Was a cleaner for several years also.
In my spare time, I like to draw, hike, play games.
A...
Clarissa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as kind, responsible, and authentic.
I like working with kids because they are very creative and see the best in people.
I started working with kids when my little cousins were born when I was around 8 years old! But I started getting payed for babysitting when I was 13 and I became a lifeguard...
Katherine Z.
Boulder, CO
$16-21/hr
5.0
(1)
Hi,
My experience started in 2018 when I worked for a women with a brain injury.
I was her personal assistant and companion. I created detailed trip itineraries every few months, which included scheduling activities for each trip, driving directions, alarms on her watch for naps, coordinating dinner reservations. Some of the...
5.0
"Kathryn is a fantastic asset! I have so valued her organizational skills and attention to detail. She has been wonderful and helping me clear out spaces organize things create order to what was chaos. She is great at simple and complex tasks. I had recommend her...
Sandy L.
Marcia P.
Boulder, CO
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Thank you for stopping by my profile. Please note that my hourly rate is $40. This may sound high, to some. however I provide a different service which I consider emergency care. I'm semi-retired continuing to help families with ER care of various scenarios. Having been a child psycho-social nurse and having raised 3 sons, I...
5.0
"Marcia is wonderful and has skills that I've found are rare to find in a caregiver, like subtle social/emotional communication skills and a real ability to get on a child's wavelength and play in a child's world. Marcia stands out as among the best caregivers we’ve...
Nikki D.
Arden M.
Boulder, CO
$22-34/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My Name Is Arden, And I Am An Experienced And Trustworthy Babysitter.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, enthusiastic, responsible, and patient.
Working with kids is fun! You learn something new each day. I love being an integral part of children's everyday learning, personal growth, and educational growth. There is never a dull moment working with kids, and I love to learn from their...
Arden can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Arden is a breath of fresh air. She is smart resourceful and takes her commitment’s seriously. I would recommend her for any position. "
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5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! offering my babysitting services. With my kind and energetic nature, I create a safe and nurturing environment for children. I bring a natural enthusiasm that keeps kids engaged and entertained through fun activities, reading stories, and playing games. As a reliable and responsible individual, I am punctual and...
Madeline can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madeline is an amazing sitter. She has sat for us several times and each time my kiddos enjoyed her. They constantly requested her to babysit. She engages with the kids, was very tentative while providing the care and attention they needed will we were away. She is...
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Amanda R.
Boulder, CO
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have over 15 years of experience with kids of all ages, from infants and toddlers to teens. I have worked as a babysitter, nanny, at a daycare, and at an experiential education summer camp. Please reach out if you'd like to speak more!
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amanda is a lovely, smart and organized person and I would highly recommend her."
Kathy T.
5.0
(2)
I have 5 years of experience as a babysitter. In addition to watching my sister who is 8 years younger I've babysat for other families too. I am also excellent at keeping track if busy schedules and running errands.
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elizabeth is kind, caring, and reliable not much more I would ask for out of someone caring for my loved ones. "
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm in the process of moving from Phoenix, AZ to Boulder, CO. I'm currently looking for tutoring and babysitting positions for all ages starting in August 2022. I hold a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education and Teaching English as a Second Language. I have over 7 years of babysitting experience, currently hold a teaching...
Saquoyah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My boys had a great time with Saquoyah. She was on time, checked in via text and was quick to respond during the initial interview/hire process. "
Cindy C.
Lilly S.
Boulder, CO
$41/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! I am currently a college student at the University of Colorado Boulder. I am from Athens, GA and I have been babysitting for years! I was with one family for 4+ years before moving away for college, and I miss interacting with little kids! I love doing outside activities with kids, anything from an arts and crafts day, a...
Lilly can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Lily was great with our son, who was 5months old when she started. She was very dependable and always on time. I would rehire lily in a heartbeat :) "
Julie G.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Sarah and I love kids! I just graduated with a degree in public health! I recently moved to Colorado!. I have had many experiences working as a live-in nanny and also babysitter. I am a very active person and love to be outdoors! I have worked at a kids camp for 4 years now, teaching kids how to ride horses and...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"The kids gave Sarah a great review, and they don't always give those out!"
Will J.
Payson C.
Boulder, CO
$28/hr • 8 yrs exp
Recent Santa Clara University Graduate Looking For Full-Time Childcare Position
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Payson! I come from a family with three sisters that are much older than me, so I have many nieces and nephews that I have grown up caring for. I find it very rewarding to spend time with kids as well as help them learn. In June of 2023 I graduated from Santa Clara University with majors in Psychology and Public...
Payson can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Payson is fantastic: very punctual, dependable and naturally created a lovely bound with my 2 years old daughter. Kids absolutely love her as well as their parents! She is easy going and very professional. I would say Payson has been part of our family and we miss...
Marcela S.
Linzie H.
Boulder, CO
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Linzie :) I am 22 years old. I recently graduated from CU with a degree in psychology. I am hoping to pursue a masters degree in social work starting this coming fall. I love spending time with kids when I am not doing school work. I have been nannying and babysitting for 8 years and I have two younger sisters I...
Linzie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Linzie was great with our girls!! This was the first time we met and she was extremely friendly! We have three girls that range from 3.5 to 3 months old. She was great with all three of them and was able to occupy the baby while still keeping the 3.5 year old...
Mike Q.
Kathleen A.
Boulder, CO
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver Available For Long Or Short Term Childcare
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
What are you most looking for in a nanny? **** I have experience taking care of infants/toddlers and older children and provide local references. I am used to bottles, diapering, potty training support, transportation, reading and lots and lots of fun age-appropriate activities for your baby or child. Main things I feel are...
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kathleen is great. She shows up on the dot, goes well beyond we ask her to do (for instance folding the wash without us asking her to), and is amenable to whatever the situation asks of her. She made a big effort to connect with our son, even suggesting games we...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Megan, and I love children of all ages. I spent the past year of my life traveling and interacting with a wide age range and cultural range of children. I have experience in teaching kids, running sports camps, and doing child care. I was a part time sitter in high school and college, and spent time after...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Megan is great! She takes time with people and really listens to what they have to say. She is a leader in all that she does. She is very responsible and can be handed a task and trusted to do it well. She is a great team player and can also work well...
Eric S.
5.0
(2)
As a babysitter, safety and fun are my top priorities. I have 5+ years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I excel at coming up with unique, engaging activities tailored to each child's interests and abilities. Whether it's arts and crafts, outdoor adventures, board games, or reading time, I...
Lucy can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Lucy is a great and reliable babysitter! She has taken care of both my girls and they love when she comes to babysit and visit. She does a great job entertaining them by creating crafts and taking them to the playground, she looks after them really well! I would...
Helen G.
Constance R.
Boulder, CO
$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Sitter Or Tutor With Over 8 Years Of Experience As An Educator
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 30 y. o. woman living in Boulder and attending grad school to become a child and family social worker. I love kids and have worked in the field of education for over 6 years. I am happy to stay home with your little ones, take them skiing or hiking, do nature activities with them or tutor them (my specialty is...
Constance can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Constance is absolutely amazing! We hired her to ski sit and babysit our 3 children while we were in Mammoth last month and were totally blown away by her skills with children. She was punctual, responsible, communicated clearly, and took safety very seriously. But...
Margaret M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 21 yrs old as full time student and part time sitter! I have experience with the ages of 4&10 (2022), 4&6 (2022), 8&11 (2020), and 5-10 (2018 to 2020) as well as completion of an after school mentorship program for the elementary school level and being a volleyball coach! I am well versed in the routine of after school...
Josephine can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Gosh, so many wonderful things to say about Josephine. She jumped right in and help with anything I needed. And most importantly she made my children feel safe and loved. Find yourself lucky if you get her time."
Dana S.
Isabella G.
Boulder, CO
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Ella I Am 21 Years Old And Would Love To Care For Your Child Or Children!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as dependable, caring, and nurturing!
I like working with kids because it's so amazing to be able to watch them grow, play with them, make sure they are heard, and help them learn.
I started working with kids when I was in 7th grade (just a kid myself haha!) I joined National Charity League, an...
5.0
"Our family is very grateful for Ella. She has great communication and is so loving to our 2 year old."
Juliet O.
Andrea M.
Boulder, CO
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
For the past couple years I've had the plessure of meeting wonderful families through care. com! I'm a fun, reliable, and caring babysitter in the area! I'm 24 years old with lots of experience with children as I have previously worked at a Boys and Girls club, Summer Camp, volunteered as a Pre-K teacher for 10 months in...
5.0
"We had a great experience with having Andrea watch our 11 month old for the past 3 days as a short-term nanny. She was very patient and engaging with our daughter. If given the opportunity, we would definitely hire her again."
Meg M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ward, CO
Katherine Z.
5.0
Kathryn is a fantastic asset! I have so valued her organizational skills and attention to detail. She has been wonderful and helping me clear out spaces organize things create order to what was chaos. She is great at simple and complex tasks. I had recommend her for anyone who has need for a...
- Sandy L.
Marcia P.
5.0
Marcia was the perfect choice for a care giver. She was very helpful when I needed support around a scheduled surgery. She helped me with transportation and aftercare, going above and beyond in all aspects. I would trust her again with my own care or anyone in my family. ❤️
- Nan W.
Arden M.
5.0
Arden is a breath of fresh air. She is smart resourceful and takes her commitment’s seriously. I would recommend her for any position.
- Care member
Madeline A.
5.0
Madeline (Quinn) was our neighbor and is always so good with all of the kids on the block. We had her watch our two kids on multiple occasions and she was wonderful. She is fun, energetic and compassionate. Our kids were always asking for her to come back to babysit! She is responsible and...
- Care member
Amanda R.
5.0
Amanda is a lovely, smart and organized person and I would highly recommend her.
- Kathy T.
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How much do babysitters charge in Ward, CO?
The average rate for Ward, CO babysitters on Care.com is $20.00 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 Ward, CO?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ward, CO 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.