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Nadia S.

Child Care

Aurora, CO

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi this is Nadia. I am 37 years old. I did BBA. I have done jobs in bank day care and preschool. I have more than 15 years experience of Babysitting. (Most of it with Infants and Toddlers) I'm certified cherry creek schools teacher and I'm CPR certified. I'm super flexible in schedule. I love childcare. My priority is kids...

Care Member says "Absolutely amazing!! My son adores Nadia and always wants to go to her. She sends me pictures when I ask Her how he is doing. I know she focuses on him....

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Jaileen R.

Experienced Mommy/babysitter Available For Back Up Care Or For After School Care Or Weekend Care

Aurora, CO

4.4(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm a very flexible nanny with lots of experience with all age groups. I have over 10 years of experience and two kiddos of my own 5 & 11. They are in school full time now. I love kids I find it is so gratifying to see them learn day in and day out. My strengths are my punctuation, organization and my nurturing. I am very...

Alan G. says "Jaileen is amazing! Very personable and dependable, and the kids love her (as we do)! Any family who has her watch their kids is very lucky."

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Natalie F.

Care Sitter

Aurora, CO

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi I am Natalie! I bring over a decade of dedicated childcare experience, in babysitting, and caring for my nieces and friends children. My childcare journey also encompasses time spent as both a Montessori school teacher and a substitute teacher for various ages, infusing my caregiving approach with valuable educational...

Care Member says "Natalie was great with my two girls, ages four and two. She’s patient, creative, and followed my instructions exactly. The girls can’t wait for her to...

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Ada A.

Creative, Outgoing, Caring Sitter.

Aurora, CO

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Adamaris. Currently 19 years old. Professionally have 2 years of experience. But five years in total of experience. I am coming to an end with my current nannying job and am looking for another family to care for. I am a non smoker, bilingual, and have my own transportation. I am fun and creative. Love to do crafts...

Matt W. says "Ada was a great nanny for our 2 kids and our friends child. 2 of the 3 kids had special needs and behavioral issues and she did well adapting and learning...

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Bekah W.

Fun Loving Care Giver

Aurora, CO

3.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I am Bekah. I have been working in childcare for 8 years. I began with babysitting when I was 15 and since then have gained a lot of experience with many different families with different needs. I would love to find a family I can connect with. I am very patient, kind, and fun. I work at finding crafts and activities with...

Christa R. says "Excellent candidate with great experience helping children with special needs. She was prompt for our interviews, gave great responses, and was very...

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Hannah G.

Caring And Loving Nanny:)

Aurora, CO

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hey there, I'm Hannah! For the past eight years, I have worked full-time as both a preschool teacher and nanny. I have experience with newborns, infants, toddlers, and grade school-age children. Great references available! I truly love working with kids and enjoy helping them grow, learn, and just have fun! In addition to...

Kira A. says "Hannah provided full-time care for my 16-month-old son in her home. He would get so excited once he knew we were on our way to her house. She is dependable,...

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Ajanae H.

Aurora, CO

4.8(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, My name is Ajanae' but you could call me Nae if you'd like. I am 25 years of age and I have been babysitting since I was 12 years of age. I babysat my two younger brothers and all 5 of my younger cousins from the ages of 2 months old to 7 years old. I have a mothering instinct and I am great with kids. If you'd like a...

Care Member says "Always great with the kids. Was always on time and very safe with my kids in her car. Very dependable and sweet."

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Julie G.

Aurora, CO

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 33 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I'm a Master Newborn Care Specialist as well as Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula. Part-time a availability May- August 2025. I do accept travel and 24 hr positions as well. I have been in the childcare industry for 30 years. daycare, school system, and full time nanny for infants/multiples/or special needs singletons for 20...

Sarah M. says "Julie truly loves babies. She is so knowledgeable, kind, and caring. She is worth every penny and then some. She was our infant care specialist when my...

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Kristin S.

Get To Know Me!

Aurora, CO

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 32 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Please note, I do not take payment through the Care. com app so, if you'd like to hire me, please message me instead of requesting to hire. I'm also an elementary teacher and cannot take jobs during the weekday hours until 3:30 p.m. I am an Air Force veteran, licensed elementary ed teacher, experienced mom of two young...

Tess V. says "Kristin is an amazing and professional child care provider! Really went above and beyond in all aspects. We look forward to hiring her again."

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Kathiren R.

Aurora, CO

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 17 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 25 +years of experience caring for children of all ages, I am very active and interactive. I offer nurturing and fun childcare. As well as my availability weekends and evenings I also offer dropping childcare in my licensed home child care as and when needed - available. My graduate degree is in social work with an...

Care Member says "Kathiren was AMAZING and we felt so confident leaving our daughter in her care. Definitely recommend to any families in need. She even brought crafts...

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Amanda S.

Aurora, CO

4.6(1)
from
$27/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi families! My name is Amanda, and I have over 7 years of childcare experience caring for children of all ages-from infants to teenagers. I'm patient, caring, and truly love what I do. I have my own reliable transportation, a clean driving record, and I'm a non-smoker. I'm also a big animal lover and have a dog of my own who...

Care Member says "We love her and feel very lucky to have her in our lives. Our son loves her and the time they spend together, they are doing fun activities, play dates...

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Katie M.

Aurora, CO

4.6(1)
from
$25/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 20 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm a fun, caring, and patient nanny with 18 years of experience caring for children from newborns through teenagers. I have experience working with children with autism, Down syndrome, and other special needs. I love creating fun, age-appropriate activities, getting outside, playing games, being creative, and making...

Nara A. says "Katie babysit our kids a number of times when they were younger and she looked after the house and our dog and cats when we traveled. She was very...

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Amber O.

Aurora, CO

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
33 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a caring and compassionate caregiver for children of ALL ages but do specialize in infant care. I am a mother and a (young) grandmother so I can definitely keep up and handle any situation involving children. I have a deep understanding of the kindness and empathy involved in caring for children especially with Autism, ADHD...

Allison P. says "Amber was very attentive and sweet. She truly understood how to interact with a child for their best overall development. She was on time friendly and...

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Deztynn Z.

I'm Outgoing, I Love Kids

Aurora, CO

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I'm a 28-year-old woman who loves engaging with children and helping them grow into incredible young individuals. Although I'm not currently working, I'm available for date nights, weekdays/nights, shopping trips-whatever you need! With extensive babysitting experience for several families, I'm known for my excellent...

Care Member says "I wish I could give more than five stars because Miss Dezi is absolutely AMAZING! My son adores her and always looks forward to the days she cares for...

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Taylor G.

Aurora, CO

3.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Taylor. I am currently attending the University of Colorado, Anschutz nursing school for my bachelors in Nursing. I have 4 years of paid experience for nannying/babysitting. I am a nonsmoker, I have my own transportation, and I am comfortable with pets. I am CPR certified, a certified nursing assistant, and have...

Britany L. says "Taylor is great! She is dependable and always shows up to watch our kiddos, even in inclement weather. She stays late when necessary, and keeps our 3...

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Child care centers in Aurora, CO

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AURORA KIDS LEARNING CENTER

14499 E MONTANA CIR AURORA, CO

5.0(3)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
We are a Colorado Shines Five-Star Program providing high-quality care for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. We proudly offer the Universal Preschool Program (UPK) and accept Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) to ensure all families have access to exceptional early childhood education.

Alisha U. says "I feel like the staff really do care about the children I do know that um miss lisa and ms suzy definitely do take teaching the children serious. Ive had...

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Bright Minds Children Academy

14303 E EVANS AVE AURORA, CO

5.0(4)

State license verified

Cooperative
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 2 more
Bright Minds Children Academy – Where Learning Feels Like Family Our Web Site - https://www.brightmindschildrenacademy.us Book a Tour Today - https://www.brightmindschildrenacademy.us/booking-calendar/book-a-personal-tour-today?referral=service_list_widget Welcome to Bright Minds Children Academy, a family-owned and...

Care Member says "Jenay is amazing, and I’m so happy to know that my kids will be attending a center where the owner is actively involved, supporting both the staff and...

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CHILDREN'S PLAYLAND

1555 S HAVANA ST UNIT Q UNIT Q AURORA, CO

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Children's Playland is a Colorado Shines 5-Star rated and licensed child care center located in Aurora, Colorado, caring for and educating children ages 6 weeks to 6 years. Our facility offers colorful classrooms and a large outdoor playground for a fun and welcoming environment for your kiddos.

odyssey C. says "My daughter went there when she was younger and now my 2 boys go there as well. They're great and work very well with my kids. , my middle child has...

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Star Garden Daycare

5142 S Quintero St Aurora, CO

5.0(4)
My philosophy is to provide a loving, happy, educational and secure environment for children. I strive to enrich each child with a love of learning, a positive self-image, and a sense of creativity. I also strive to promote mutual respect between the parent, the child, and myself. It is very important to me to make sure I am...

Jennifer H. says "I was a stay at home mom for the first two years of my little ones life, Laura couldn't be more understanding and helpful through are transition! My...

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7254 - La Petite Academy on S. Richfield St

4290 S RICHFIELD ST AURORA, CO

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized curriculum in our infant care,...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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  • 797 child care providers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of September 2026

  • The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.5

Recent child care reviews from local parents in Aurora, CO

Child Care Providers in Aurora, CO are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 324 reviews of the 797 listed child care providers

Nadia S.

Absolutely amazing!! My son adores Nadia and always wants to go to her. She sends me pictures when I ask Her how he is doing. I know she...

- Care member

Jaileen R.

Jaileen is amazing! Very personable and dependable, and the kids love her (as we do)! Any family who has her watch their kids is very lucky.

- Alan G.

Natalie F.

Natalie was great with my two girls, ages four and two. She’s patient, creative, and followed my instructions exactly. The girls can’t wait...

- Care member

Common questions about child care in Aurora, CO

Child care costs in Aurora, CO can vary widely based on the type of care your family needs, your child’s age, and the schedule you’re looking for. Hourly rates often differ for nannies, babysitters, and other child care providers, with higher costs typically associated with infant care, multiple children, or full-time support. Many families start by estimating their budget with the Care.com child care cost calculator and then explore how rates compare across care types by reviewing average child care costs to better understand what to expect.
Families in Aurora, CO can choose from several child care options based on their schedule, budget, and the level of consistency they need. Many families work with nannies who provide regular, in-home care and support daily routines, while others rely on babysitters for part-time, after-school, or occasional care. Some households may also consider live-in nannies, which can be a good fit for families who need extended coverage or more flexible hours. Additional options may include caregivers who help with school pick-ups, homework, meals, or bedtime routines. Understanding the full range of possibilities can make it easier to find the right fit, and a complete list of child care options can help families compare care types and responsibilities.
Finding reliable child care in Aurora, CO often starts with clearly defining your family’s needs, such as schedule, budget, and the type of care that works best for your children. Many families compare caregiver experience, availability, and reviews from other parents before scheduling interviews or trial days. It can also help to divide the search and evaluation process between caregivers or partners, especially when juggling busy schedules, and some families take a more organized approach to finding child care together. Taking time to ask thoughtful questions, check references, and discuss expectations upfront can help ensure a dependable and long-term care match.
When choosing a child care provider in Aurora, CO, it’s important to look for experience with your child’s age group, a caregiving style that aligns with your family’s values, and clear communication habits. Many families also consider reliability, flexibility with schedules, and how comfortable the provider is handling daily routines like meals, naps, and activities. Reviewing references, reading feedback from other families, and having open conversations about expectations can help you assess trust and fit. A provider who is attentive, consistent, and responsive can make a meaningful difference in your child’s day-to-day care.
When interviewing a child care provider in Aurora, CO, focus on questions that help you understand how they would care for your child in real-life situations. Many families ask about experience with specific age groups, how a provider handles discipline, routines, and unexpected challenges, and what a typical day of care looks like. It’s also helpful to discuss communication preferences, reliability, and comfort with responsibilities like meals or transportation. Asking thoughtful babysitter interview questions and following proven tips for interviewing nannies can help you feel more confident as you compare candidates and move toward a hiring decision.

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