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Hannah R.
Lyons, CO
$21-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Hannah I'm 23years old . I have 5 years of experience professional wise . I have 7 siblings. I'm either looking for a job to be nanny or babysitter , but I prefer being full time nanny . I live in lyons Colorado . If you have any questions , just inbox me . I will gladly answer them for you . I'm first Aid...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an outdoor educator and wilderness therapy guide. I have experience babysitting up to 3 kids. I volunteered at a summer camp for 2 years in the past as well as worked as a counselor at a summer camp for 3 years. I have been working as an environmental educator and wilderness guide for the past 8 years, which involves...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am an honors college student at the University at Albany graduating in May 2016 and will be coming home to Wingdale for the summer. I have experience caring for dogs, cats, hamsters, fish as well as many reptiles and amphibians. I have experience working at a nature center with live animals that I cared for.
Amanda can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, welcome to my profile!
Here are some points that help you get to know me as a child care provider:
-I am moving to Boulder, CO in June of 2022
-I have a Masters of Arts degree in School Counseling
-I have a Bachelors of Arts degree in psychology & studio art
-I love to do arts & crafts
-I competed on sports teams in...
Alexandria can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Alex worked for me for almost 2 years. She would pick up my daughter from school, fix her a snack at home then drive her to gymnastics in another town. She never left us hanging! My daughter adored her and said she ALWAYS felt safe riding in her car. Alex has a...
Loranne M.
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...
Recent review:
5.0
Our family is very grateful for Ella. She has great communication and is so loving to our 2 year old.
Juliet O.
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: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Sarah has been such a great babysitter for our one year old! She is patient, reliable, and communicative. We have used her as a babysitter twice now, and plan to continue to hire her in future!
Anna F.
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...
5.0
(1)
I offer the skills of a housekeeper, cook, repairman (basic), chauffeur, personal assistant, outdoor guide, and babysitter.
I can sneak local, grassfed beef liver into meals
I can go skiing, hiking, rafting, climbing, or exploring
I can find a fun way to engage kids in any activity alongside me, from making to dinner to...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Hannah is very caring and brings so much joy to everyone’s life. She is diligent and dependable.
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4.5
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Started babysitting when I was 13, became a certified lifeguard, nanny to three children, and raised two children of my own, now in their early 30's. Being a mom has been the most rewarding role I've ever had..!
Love to engage children in reading, exploring and respecting their environment, cooking, crafts, and in the process...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Mary was on time, able to adjust schedule, and cared for our son. We would hire her again as need arises.
Adam M.
Madeline E.
Boulder, CO
$14-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Madeline and I am currently taking a gap year from college.
I have a unique background in childcare, having interned for four years at the Oregon Zoo and helping zookeepers take care of animals and also educating the day campers on endangered local species. This means I am fine with any mess or pet (trust me,...
Madeline can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Maddy has always been great at taking care of her 4 and 2 year old cousins, and has watched my kids many times. She does great with kids and I would totally recommend.
Leah P.
Elizabeth L.
Boulder, CO
$20-26/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello,
I have experience working with children in a variety of settings including nannying for a 2-year-old boy for 1+ year, working as a summer camp counselor for children of varying ages, as well as assistance in teaching an educational program in Tucson, that gave 2-5-year-olds outdoor experience working and exploring in a...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Lizzy is such a sweet and kind person. She worked for a Village Farm as an intern and then an AmeriCorps member for over 2 years. She helped much during our educational youth programming, along with leading our Lil Sprouts program for preschoolers and their...
Alex A.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Linzie is amazing!!!! Highly highly recommend her. She watched our 2 kids for date nights, and they loved her.
Konstantyn A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Mother, grandmother and very experienced and loving child-care provider.
Full time or part time can work depending on finding the right fit. Or just here and there as needed.
I am happy to help with light house-keeping, cooking and grocery shopping. Some say I am a pretty good cook.
I would fit well with a Waldorf family or...
Melinda can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Recent review:
5.0
Melinda was really great with our 18 month old son. She communicated with me in advance, prepared by reading a short summary I'd written about my son's schedule, arrived on time, and stepped right up with all caregiving activities. She was kind and communicative...
Care member
Lauren B.
Boulder, CO
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of experience in childcare. I like to do arts and crafts with kids and get them outside. I am also a gardener and jeweler. I like to hike, surf , rock climb, knit , sew and felt! I have references as well!
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Lauren watched our 2-year old for 4 days during a recent trip to North Conway, NH. She's terrific - reliable and a hit with our son!
Chris H.
Natalie D.
Boulder, CO
$17-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm Natalie! I am 23 years old and a graduate from the University of Colorado Boulder. I have a full time job as a recruiter but I am looking to babysit on the occasional weeknight/weekend! I am creative, fun, and easy going. I am comfortable with kids of all ages! I prefer working with 1-2 kids but am open to other...
Natalie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
She's wonderful with my Kiddos (4 1/2 and 7) and they adore her.
Amr E.
Patience G.
Estes Park, CO
$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Progressive Nanny/Co-Parent Or Traveling/Fill-in Nanny Available From May 2015
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings, From my perspective, child care is the most important job on the planet. My philosophy is that children absorb our (especially parents) energy, language and behaviors immediately and without even knowing it. Personally, my charge to myself is to endow your children with respect, kindness, courage and knowledge. I...
Patience can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Patience is a good candidate. She interviews well, she understands your needs and seems reliable. She is warm, likable, and very passionate about kids. At the end we didn't need a babysitter because a family member will drive from Denver and stay with us.
Alma T.
Marcia P.
Boulder, CO
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
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...
Recent review:
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.
Alena B.
Boulder, CO
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a social work graduate student new to Boulder looking for part-time childcare work, preferably on a regular basis. I have lengthy experience working with children as a creative movement teacher, wilderness educator, and substitute teacher. I have a car and am comfortable working with children of all ages. I want to...
Alena can also help with: Light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Alena is kind, reliable, and punctual. She is a great communicator and I highly recommend her.
Jacqueline M.
Morgan O.
Boulder, CO
$17-29/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Morgan . I am a music education major studying at CU Boulder. I have lots of experience working with kids, I nannied all of this summer and I come from a large family so I know how to take care of kids of many ages. I'm currently in school full time but I am available here and there for a date night or just some...
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lyons, CO
Alexandria B.
5.0
Alex worked for me for almost 2 years. She would pick up my daughter from school, fix her a snack at home then drive her to gymnastics in another town. She never left us hanging! My daughter adored her and said she ALWAYS felt safe riding in her car. Alex has a calm disposition and always made good...
- Loranne M.
Isabella G.
5.0
Our family is very grateful for Ella. She has great communication and is so loving to our 2 year old.
- Juliet O.
Sarah R.
5.0
Sarah has been such a great babysitter for our one year old! She is patient, reliable, and communicative. We have used her as a babysitter twice now, and plan to continue to hire her in future!
- Anna F.
Hannah R.
5.0
Hannah is very caring and brings so much joy to everyone’s life. She is diligent and dependable.
- Care member
Mary H.
5.0
Mary was on time, able to adjust schedule, and cared for our son. We would hire her again as need arises.
- Adam M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lyons, CO:
How can I find a Lyons babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Lyons, CO?
The average rate for Lyons, CO babysitters on Care.com is $21.00 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 Lyons, CO?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lyons, 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.