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I worked in a in home daycares and accredited daycare centers for 5+ years. I am CPR certified and up to date on all vaccinations, etc. I have taken classes in shaken baby, SIDS, etc.
Miranda can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a full time Nanny with availability on the weekends for date-nite jobs. I love reading to and fostering growth, facilitating learning through play, inspiring creativity, celebrating uniqueness and enjoying their diversity! I started eagerly babysitting in 4th grade. The joy I experience only deepened my excitement of being...
Leslie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I've been babysitting since I was 12. I have a 10-year-old daughter who's in 4th grade. I'm a stay at home mom & not looking for full-time. I've been a full-time live-in nanny, as well as worked in a daycare. My last job as a nanny was one day a week for 2 home schooled kids & its was so much fun! Arts, crafts & board...
Bayleigh can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We interviewed Bayleigh for a part time nanny position. I could tell she would go above and beyond with our 2 children! Even though we decided to go with another caregiver, Bayleigh will always be in our phones for back up and date nights! "
Michelle F.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Stay-at-home mom for 27 years. Mother to 27-year-old son and 24-year-old daughter. I babysat my nephew from 18 months to 6 years old. Have done before and after school care for 3 different families. Two of the children have special needs. I also have experience with senior care. I helped my parents daily once they moved into...
Layne can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
4.4
(12)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I am a grandmother of 2 children, one boy and one girl. They are already taken care of so I am looking to fill my time assisting a family as a nanny or babysitter doing laundry/housecleaning. I have raised my children who are now young, wonderful adults so I have that experience of wisdom and knowledge to share with other young...
Audrey can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We had Audrey as our nanny for our 16 month old son for approximately 6 weeks. Unfortunately, due to my unpredictable schedule, we were not able to keep Audrey for longer. She was always on time and ready to play with our son as soon as she walked in the door. We...
Jeanine E.
5.0
(1)
I have always loved taking care of people. I was a server for 4 years when I decided I needed more. I was meant to be a caregiver, whether that is babysitting, nursing and hopefully someday mother.
I love cooking and baking, cleaning (other people's homes at least) and anything arts and craft related.
I find that eating...
Matisse can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Matisse is a great caregiver. She is caring and does a great job engaging with and playing creatively with my kids (from ages newborn to 5+)."
Kirsten J.
Madison P.
Minneapolis, MN
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I currently nanny out of my home in uptown, but am looking to provide care to another kiddo on my free days! Before nannying I was a children's art teacher and I've also worked at a Montessori daycare. I've been nannying/babysitting for about 10 years, and am first aid and CPR certified.
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madison was great with out reactive dogs and our cats. We will be hiring her again "
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been providing childcare for children of all ages since I was 11 years old. It started with my family and expanded to friends, relatives and neighbors. I love engaging in children, and offer a variety of activities such as reading, arts & crafts, playing board, card games, sports and outside activities etc. I also tutor...
Jan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We love Jan!! Best sitter and much more I have ever found. She is comfortable with my 4 crazy boys and they love her. She has the energy, the love for kids, excitement, and confidence to make leaving so easy and comfortable. When we have Jan coming, we know she...
Danielle B.
Verity F.
Minneapolis, MN
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Fun College Student Who Is Missing The Kids I Sit For At Home!
5.0
(2)
I have been a sitter for around 5 years! I am a sophomore at the University of Minnesota- Twin cities studying nutrition. I have experience with many different families in my home town (Oak Park, IL) from ages 3-10 as well as all different pets! I am open and willing to help with things that need to get done around the house....
Verity can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I highly recommend Verity as a wonderful babysitter and nanny. She is not only kind and nurturing but also incredibly organized, dependable, trustworthy and patient. She set appropriate boundaries with my kids while bringing an element of fun and creativity to each...
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Isabella S.
Hampton, MN
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Isabella and I have been a babysitter/nanny for the past 10 years. I grew up on a small family farm outside of Farmington so have experience with animals/pets. I am the oldest at home in a family of 7 siblings so I also have lots of experience with children/infants, meal prep, house cleaning, etc.
I am a registered...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
Greta E.
Saint Paul, MN
$26/hr • 8 yrs exp
Open To Part-time Or One-time Childcare, Pet Care And Housesitting!
4.8
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Greta! I'm a recent Macalester College graduate living in St Paul, available for childcare, pet care, or housesitting. I've described some of my experience below, but feel free to reach out with any questions :)
Raised by a preschool teacher, I have been working with kids almost my life. In high school, I...
Greta can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
4.0
"Greta was great to work with. She seems to be a natural with kids. Our 15 month old took to her right away and had a great afternoon. Navigated diaper changes and bundling up a toddler for playing in the snow. Our son was all smiles when I got home. Would...
Jennifer K.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! I am an experienced nanny, mama, and teacher. I'm currently looking to leave teaching and find a laid back nanny family who would bring their child to our home to hang out with me and my baby, go run errands, go for walks, play outside, read books, etc. and just do life with us during the week.
I live in St....
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Kyra T.
Minneapolis, MN
$20-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi I'm Kyra a 23-year-old graduate from the University of Minnesota Dental Hygiene program. Over the next year I will be studying for and testing to get my dental hygiene license. During college I was able to coach middle school cheer at Prior Lake and consistently babysit for my cousins who are now 5 years old, 3 years old, and...
Kyra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, I have a baby girl who was born in June of 2023.
I would love to help watch your baby and have extra company for my daughter.
I work part time teaching chair yoga classes to seniors in the morning and I bring my daughter with me.
I have 2 classes on Monday, 1 on Wednesday & 1 on Thursday.
The rest of time we spend hanging...
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Mallorey K.
Stillwater, MN
$19-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Nursing Student/Certified Medical Asst./Mom Looking For Work!
Hello! First and foremost, I am a mother of two and stay at home mom based out of Western Wisconsin. I am a first year Nursing student and a Certified Medical Assistant (with 3 years of on the job experience). I have been through EMT training, BLS advanced (pediatric and adult) training, and have worked in a pediatric setting...
Mallorey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Hi, my name is Vanessa! I love spending time with kids of all ages! I am fun, patient, reliable, caring, and responsible. I'm currently a Senior at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, majoring in nursing. Throughout high school, I was an occasional babysitter. I have had experience volunteering with 3rd-graders at an...
Vanessa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Brooklyn D.
Saint Paul, MN
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello!
Im a student at St Kate's. I work as a nurse assistant part time at united hospital. My schedule is flexible! I like making money on the side to help pay for school and I love helping people out when I can!
I have experience working in a nursing home and hospital setting. I love to clean, I can cook, and do other house...
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Liz W.
Saint Paul, MN
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hey, I'm Liz. I am a sophomore studying at Environmental Sciences at the university of Denver. I am home for winter break and would love to pick up some babysitting gigs. I have coached gymnastics as well as babysat for the past 6 years. I am CPR certified.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'd describe my personality as personable, outgoing, and kind.
I like working with kids because I love watching them grow and connecting with them.
I started working with kids when I was able 13! I started with babysitting and when I was 19 I worked at a daycare and ended up getting babysitting and nannying jobs after that....
Meghan can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My Name is Amelia. I am 18 years old, and have 5 years of childcare experience and 2 years of Senior Living/ Caregiving experience. I love making new connections and getting to meet new people
I'd describe my personality as Outgoing, Respectful, and amicable
I like working with kids because growing up I had so many...
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Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Cottage Grove, MN
Bayleigh A.
5.0
Bayleigh has been great part-time many for us. We home school our children and she has been amazing helping the kids, along with adding a few personalized pieces to it (manners, Bible Study, hand writing and music). Would highly recommend!!
- Megan S.
Audrey K.
5.0
Audrey is keeping my son busy all morning long! She is punctual and very helpful and easy to talk to! I'm currently at home working while she is here and enjoy the time I get while she she keeps him busy. She fits in with my family and gets laundry done and even makes meals!
- Jessica S.
Matisse M.
5.0
Matisse is a great caregiver. She is caring and does a great job engaging with and playing creatively with my kids (from ages newborn to 5+).
- Kirsten J.
Madison P.
5.0
Madison was great with out reactive dogs and our cats. We will be hiring her again
- Care member
Jan L.
5.0
We love Jan!! Best sitter and much more I have ever found. She is comfortable with my 4 crazy boys and they love her. She has the energy, the love for kids, excitement, and confidence to make leaving so easy and comfortable. When we have Jan coming, we know she will be right on time, reliable,...
- Danielle B.
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FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
How much do in-home babysitters charge near me in Cottage Grove, MN in May, 2024?
All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $17.50. This is just a baseline price to give you an idea of how much it can cost to hire an in-home babysitter. Years of experience, location, and desired babysitting duties like driving them home from school and tutoring can all impact the price a sitter charges.
What can in-home babysitters near me in Cottage Grove, MN help with?
In-home babysitter duties can vary greatly. Some can help with homework. Others may prefer to tackle in-home chores like laundry, cooking, and light housekeeping. You can review 2 profiles of in-home babysitters near you by the types of babysitter duties they are comfortable taking on.
How can I find in-home babysitters near me in Cottage Grove, MN?
You can now find babysitters online in Cottage Grove, MN with the help of babysitting websites like Care.com. Through Care.com, you can review 2 in-home babysitters near you who have your desired level of experience and skills, such as CPR training.