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698 babysitters are listed in Boise, ID
The average rate is $16/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Boise, ID
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat for many years for families with children of various ages. I typically just babysit but have previous nanny experience as well. I hold an EMT, CPR, BLS, and First Aid certification/ license. I am in the process of going to school to get my nursing degree and would love to find a job that can work around my school...
Katrina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Katrina is amazing! She is wise beyond her age. My big kids (8 and 6) adore her and beg for her to come over. She's very comfortable and confident with my 1 year old too. She handles bed time like a pro."
Stephanie S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I was a stay-at-home mom and loved raising my children. Now my kids are both at BSU and I miss taking care of younger children so much. I have several families I babysit for, ranging from being a full-time nanny to occasional sitting. I specialize in caring for infants and helping nursing mothers. I'm comfortable with any age...
Claire can also help with: Travel
5.0
"Claire was an excellent care giver for our 2 month old. We felt completely comfortable leaving our son in her care while at work. She listened to all of our concerns, followed our schedule and sent updates throughout the day. We will definitely use her again! "
Elise C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Isabella L, I am 21 yrs old and a Social Work Major. My family and I moved to the North End of Boise in the summer of 2019 and I am looking to re-enter the care. com scene for this summer. I have been babysitting/nannying for over 5 years now, besides having maintained and kept my First Aid/CPR/AED certification...
Isabella can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Isabella is a God send! She has a signature way of organizing and cleaning. Imagine walking into your home and feeling like you're in a hotel. When I asked her how she got to be so organized for only being 19 years old, she said whatever she does she makes sure...
Yumna S.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
There is nothing I love more than working with kids. I have several years of experience nannying and tutoring. I have worked with typical as well as special needs and ESL children. I have worked with every age group, from newborns to teenagers, and I love them all. I am fluent in Spanish and would love the chance to help with...
Sierra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sierra was amazing and helped care for our children during the COVID pandemic which was a really difficult and demanding time. She helped stay on top of their school work and transportation and helped cook meals too. We really enjoyed having her and her adorable...
Cherie H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Cassandra, and I have over 6 years of experience babysitting. I am currently a student at Grand Canyon University, and I'm home in Boise for the summer. During my school year at GCU, I worked as a personal trainer and babysitter for kids in the Phoenix area. I absolutely love kids, and I am excited to meet you and...
Cassandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My daughter asked when she could come back to play. That is high praise from a girl who doesn't usually think very highly of babysitters. What a relief to know she's happy and safe when I need to be away from home."
Alison S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as energetic, kindhearted, and trustworthy.
I like working with kids because my main goal is to always try for a better tomorrow for them. I love to keep up with the little ones and learn new things from them so there's never been a dull moment for me while I am babysitting.
I'm looking for a job...
Rylee can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Was a delight to have around. Very reliable and helpful. I will definitely use her in the future. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a recent graduate student looking to provide local family care. I am a teacher-in-training, and I have experience in baby sitting young elementary-level students, as well as middle and high school students. Tutoring, small household chores, and other jobs may be negotiated.
Haydyn can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Haydyn watched our 20 month old son a couple of mornings while we moved to a new home. She was very punctual and clearly good with children. We would definitely hire Haydyn again."
Shelley T.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Jordyn and I am currently attending Boise State University where I am working towards my Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a Minor in Family Studies. I have future plans of attending grad school for clinical counseling specializing in children and youth. I am the oldest sibling and cousin in my family which has...
Jordyn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jordyn has been fantastic for our family. She’s responsive, great with our kiddos, and we felt comfortable with her off the get-go. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a silly, fun, loving gal who loves hanging out with kiddos! I have been working as a full time freelance tutor/babysitter for the past 2 years. I have been serving in kids ministry and high school ministry at my church for the last two and a half years, so I love working with kiddos of all ages. I love to sing and...
Makayla can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Makayla is amazing! She makes learning fun (even hard subjects!), and I saw such great improvement in the subjects she helped my daughter with. She stays on task, is punctual, and does such a good job at building relationships with kids. She's the best!"
Joy L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Isabella and I would love to take care of your child/children! I have had over six years of experience working with children of all ages. I have worked at my local Y for two years working and playing with kids from only 6 weeks to 18 years, I have been a Teacher's Aid at In His Hands Daycare, and I recently...
Isabella can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We've been using Isabella for the last three months, and she has been amazing. First off our kids lover her, she's great with them, keeps them engaged, gets them outside and is proactive with her communication as she goes about the day coordinating coordinating...
Cooper B.
Lisa F.
Boise, ID
$12-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Looking To Watch Children On An As-Needed Or Very Part-Time Basis On Nights And Weekends
5.0
(14)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I have an AA in Child Development, a BS in Speech Therapy and am CPR and First Aid certified. I have been in the child care field for over 30 years. I have been a head teacher of an infant/toddler class, a preschool teacher, an assistant director of a preschool, and a nanny. I currently watch 2 kids from my home off Maple Grove...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lisa is incredible with children - truly delighting in them. She is patient, kind and an excellent communicator. We never have a moments worry when our daughter is with her."
Margot M.
Katelyn E.
Boise, ID
$19-30/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Katelyn. I have a full time job working with as an intervention specialist with special needs kiddos during the week. I am looking for part time work on the weekends cleaning houses or babysitting. I have my bachelors degree in child development and have over 10 years experience working with children. I also have...
Katelyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Absolutely loved working with Katelyn. She was very good with our son and helped take care of our dog. She was on time and even stayed late for us. She kept us up-to-date with how our son was doing and respond promptly to our texts."
Megan B.
Katelyn E.
Boise, ID
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Katelyn. I have a full time job working with as an intervention specialist with special needs kiddos during the week. I am looking for part time work on the weekends cleaning houses or babysitting. I have my bachelors degree in child development and have over 10 years experience working with children. I also have...
Katelyn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
4.0
"Katelyn was very respectfully and nice. Seem like a good candidate to nanny our baby girl. However her prices are to high for what we can afford."
Porsha F.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over 20 years caregiver experience.
Patient, kind and compassionate.
End of life care.
Genuinely love people and helping to make their life more comfortable.
Lovisa can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
4.0
"She is excellent she is kind she took good care of my husband her work is neat and clean."
Krishna K.
Jelena N.
Boise, ID
$15-21/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jelena and I come from Serbia, a small Eastern European country. I have lived in the United States for 11 years now. Before moving to Idaho 2 years ago, I lived in California for 2 years and Texas for 7 years. I hold a bachelor's degree in English Philology with major in Pedagogy. I always wanted to become a teacher,...
Jelena can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jelena was professional and personable. She was very sweet towards my children and pets. We look forward to booking Jelena again in the near future."
Kathryn D.
Taylor R.
Boise, ID
$23-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Taylor, I am 22 and married. I'm an experienced and caring babysitter/nanny. I am (adult/child/infant) CPR/AED/FirstAid certified. I have worked with all ages and have volunteered in childhood development for 9 years. I'm dependable, responsible, hard-working and punctual. I understand it's important for parents to feel...
Taylor can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Taylor has been taking care of my twin girls since they were 3 months old...so for about 2 years. I've hired her for date nights and full 8 hr days. She is sweet, dependable and very trustworthy. I completely trust her with my girls and now newborn son. She really...
Shelley S.
Josie B.
Boise, ID
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Josie and I am a recent law graduate from Cardozo School of Law!
I am currently waiting for my new Staff Attorney position to begin & in the meantime am looking for odd jobs to get me through.
I grew up babysitting and nannied all through college, so I figured why not go back to what I always loved doing!...
Josie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Bubbly personality, warm and fuzzy demeanor, and immediate connection with my boys. They absolutely adore Josie and request that she be back every time we need a sitter. Extremely responsible, reliable, and does it all with integrity. "
Andrea O.
Hannah D.
Boise, ID
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Hannah, and I am currently a college student in Boise, Idaho, pursuing a degree in elementary education and special education. My hope is to become an elementary school resource teacher, and I truly have a passion for working with children. I would consider myself to be someone who is very reliable,...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah is spectacular at being patient with our son, listening to him, playing many different types of games, and always keeping him safe. She has been babysitting for us for 2+ years and is the best! She is flexible, calm, and fun too! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I've been doing babysitting since I was 13 and also have a niece and nephew I regularly take care of. I'm an animal science major at BYUi so I'm looking for a fun way to save money for college during my break. I love cleaning and I can cook as well so anything you need from me I can do it!
Juliet can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"definitely looking forward to hiring Juliet again! Came on such short notice, very nice and easy to talk to!"
Noemi G.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as adventurous, fun and goofy.
I like working with kids because I find joy in making kids smile and helping them be their true self's. It's good they remember to enjoy the little things in life!
I'm looking for a job that offers a positive environment & memorable experiences!
I started working...
Trinity can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Trinity was able to engage with our grandson. Spent time listening to his stories. Played games with him. He always asks when she can stay with him again. He considers her his friend!"
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Boise, ID
Katrina C.
5.0
Katrina is amazing! She is wise beyond her age. My big kids (8 and 6) adore her and beg for her to come over. She's very comfortable and confident with my 1 year old too. She handles bed time like a pro.
- Stephanie S.
Claire K.
5.0
Claire is kind and loyal. She attends to the emotional and developmental needs of our son and is always creative in her approach. We love working with Claire!
- Megan D.
Isabella L.
5.0
Isabella is a God send! She has a signature way of organizing and cleaning. Imagine walking into your home and feeling like you're in a hotel. When I asked her how she got to be so organized for only being 19 years old, she said whatever she does she makes sure it's done perfectly. I appreciated...
- Yumna S.
Sierra B.
4.0
Sierra did great with our little ones, however I think our two kids and her two kids may have been too overwhelming. She would clean while she was here which was lovely. She is friendly and her own children are great.
She did give us less than a weeks notice which was unexpected and didn't give...
- Nykol R.
Cassandra H.
5.0
My daughter asked when she could come back to play. That is high praise from a girl who doesn't usually think very highly of babysitters. What a relief to know she's happy and safe when I need to be away from home.
- Alison S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Boise, ID:
How can I find a Boise babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Boise, ID 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 698 babysitters in Boise, ID 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 Boise, ID?
The average rate for Boise, ID babysitters on Care.com is $16.32 per hour as of April 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 Boise, ID?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Boise, ID 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.
Ratings for Boise, ID babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Boise, ID are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 208 reviews of the 698 listed babysitters.