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232 babysitters are listed in Sioux Falls, SD
The average rate is $15/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Sioux Falls, SD
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kayla. I love spending time with kids and helping and seeing them succeed. I have extensive experience in childcare in various settings and populations. I have nannied and babysat for multiple families with children ranging from 8 months to 12 years old, for up to a year. I have also been a Christian camp...
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kayla is one of the best sitters we have ever had! Always on time, if not early. Very attentive with my daughters (7 & 4 years old) and always plays with them. She is incredibly patient and caring with kids. We were very sad when she moved back home but we keep in...
Monica S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ted, and I am an Augustana University graduate who will be starting medical school at USD in July 2023 on a deferred acceptance. I am looking for a longitudinal position as a nanny/babysitter for my gap year and into medical school.
I have three years of experience caring for children, including babysitting,...
Ted can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have an only child, so my wife and I have always been helicopter parents. When our son was young, we rarely went anywhere without him unless we knew someone very responsible was watching him. I knew Ted's parents for a few years before we met him, so I knew he...
Chris H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Madisen, I have been babysitting since I was 12-years-old. Every Summer I would babysit my younger brother, and three of my cousins it was always a blast! I recently have been babysitting my 11-month-old twin cousins, but have watched them while they were just little babies also. I am in love with babies, and...
Madisen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Madisen is a very responsible and dependable young lady. She has experience as a CNA so I know my kids are with someone who will keep them safe. She is very friendly and really cares about the safety of your child or children. My kids say Madisen is very fun and...
Elise C.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Since I was 18 years old, I have worked for a non-profit Lutheran bible camp that has allowed me to gain experience working with children of all ages. Starting in 2016, I was the full time Site Director at NeSoDak Bible Camp For Lutherans Outdoors in South Dakota. I recruited, hire, and train 35 - 40 college age staff and care...
Lakyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I got to know Lakyn through our confirmation program. I have seen first hand how she works with kids, both one on one, and in large groups. She has what it takes to engage with kids in a large group setting, while also understanding the needs and personalities of...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hi! My name is Hailey! I started babysitting when I was 10 years old, I'll be 21 in June! I have taken on the work of a nanny for 5 summers with multiple different kids and have babysat 5 kids under 5 for many years! I love to be active, be creative, cook and bake, and just enjoy time with kids!
I'll be living in SF SD this...
Hailey can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hailey is very welcoming, compassionate, energetic and fun! She is knowledgeable on infant and child safety, and communicates well with us as parents. She always takes the time to play, teach and help with whatever is needed, going above and beyond! Our 4 kids...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a stay-at-home-mom, a Tastefully Simple Consultant, and I teach piano, voice, and instrumental lessons in the afternoons & evenings. I enjoy spending my weekends with friends & family hiking, kayaking, playing piano, and bowling. I was a music teacher for 8 years before making the decision to stay home with our...
Tanya can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Tanya as a short-term nanny for three weeks while our daycare was temporarily closed. She was phenomenal - caring, attentive, warm. Her little boy was a great playmate for our daughter of the same age. She was great at making sure they had time outside...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! This job sounds amazing! Let me tell you a little bit about myself :) My name is Alina, I am 21, married, Christian, I speak fluent Russian and English, I absolutely adore babies and kids, I have been babysitting ever since I was 11. I started with helping out in the nursery at church with newborns and babies then continued...
Alina can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 32 years old. I have 7 siblings. We range from 32 to 14. I have my Associate's degree in early childhood. Which is birth to five. I have a 6-year-old niece. I have been helping my mother take care of my siblings since a very young age. I have always wanted to work with kids ever since I realized how much I loved them. My...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Megan was a bit late to the interview due to traffic, but she was very friendly and polite which made up for it."
Sophia D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am a very active babysitter and can come with activities for the kiddos. I am also a current teacher, so I can help with homework.
Maggie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Maggie was/is simply amazing and my girls truly love her! My schedule is a bit hectic and she always responds in a timely manner and figures out how to help. I truly appreciate her!"
Elizabeth A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a college student looking for a part-time babysitting job during the school year! I love children and have lots of babysitting experience. I am willing to help out around the house and do other chores while nannying. I am a very outgoing person and work well with children.
Kari can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love Kari! She is nannying for my two year old daughter this summer (half days only) and we are so lucky to have found her. She's caring, gentle, fun, attentive, responsible and super dependable. We highly recommend her for ongoing or one time babysitting."
Deven N.
Trinity G.
Sioux Falls, SD
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Trinity Harmelink. I'm available for date nights and babysitting jobs as needed. I also do overnight nannying. I can do around the house cleaning, organizing, and laundry. I'm a PICU nurse and have a schedule that varies. Rate starts at $20 per hour depending on amount of kids/job. Thanks for considering me!
Trinity can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"What would be helpful for families to know is that Trinity has the most dependable uplifting reliable personality of pretty much anyone I've ever met. She's punctual she's reliable she is in the nursing field so medically she is equipped to handle situations. She...
Stacey G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I currently work in athletics at Augustana University and am looking to earn some extra money. I have over 15 years of babysitting/nannying experience.
I have babysat for multiple children ranging from ages 5 months to 10 years old. I am able to prepare dinner, help children with any homework if needed, getting children ready...
Lyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lyn has provided back-up care for our baby starting at age 6 months (now he is 11 months) on several occasions when our regular nanny was unable to work. Lyn is very caring, gentle, and patient with our baby, holding him long stretches of the day (he has a pretty...
Margaret B.
Annalesia M.
Sioux Falls, SD
$16-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Anna and I am a current 3rd year Music Education student at Augustana University. I have many years of personal experience with children and am comfortable with children of all ages. As well as growing up in a house with 6 younger siblings, I have done some part time babysitting and nannying on and off since I...
Annalesia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Anna is terrific. She was on time and friendly and helpful. She’s studying music education and plays the flute. Would definitely hire her again."
Care member
Allison M.
Sioux Falls, SD
$36/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Allison! I have loved kids ever since I could remember! I have lots of experience with babysitting and also as a nanny. I have worked with kids around the ages of a newborn to 12 years old. Babies are my favorite! I have worked in the SPED department in a few schools during my time working for Teaching Temps Inc.,...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We recently interviewed Allison for a full-time nanny position, she was early for the interview, seemed to have a good head on her shoulders, was very kind and seemed to have a real love for children. Although we didn't hire her, it was nothing against her, there...
Breanna H.
Madyson R.
Sioux Falls, SD
$20-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello! I have been the family babysitter & daycare helper since I was 7 years old. I graduate with my Bachelors in Science Nursing August 4th, 2023 with minors in health science and gerontology from SDSU. I am CPR certified, and have experience caring for all age groups, illnesses, disabilities, and high stress situations. I...
Madyson can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amazing with kids. So kind and willing to help with anything. Definitely recommend "
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Haley C.
Sioux Falls, SD
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked at a daycare for two years and have been babysitting for families for over 4 years. I play sports so I love to be active with the children. I also love doing crafts! I've had to take children to different lessons before so I would love to help any way possible!
Haley can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"We interviewed Haley for our nanny position and while we ended up hiring a family member, she was the top candidate. I think she'd be a great nanny for any family with young children!"
Brandy S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lindsie, I am 22 years old. I am very good with children and will give 100% of my attention to your kids. I am trustworthy, responsible, reliable, and a loving person. I'm very family oriented as well. I currently have a long term nanny position. I am available for after school care or just to babysit! I have...
Lindsie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lindsie was great to work with when it came to scheduling care for our needs. She was very punctual and friendly and our kids had a lot of fun with her. Our kids are looking forward to future babysitting dates with her."
Ross J.
Katie S.
Sioux Falls, SD
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Katie. I live in Sioux Falls with my husband and our three very spoiled cats. I am a 2020 graduate from South Dakota State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree majoring in Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 3), I have a Kindergarten Endorsement and an Early Childhood Special Education Endorsement....
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Katie was hired to watch my 3 kids ages 9, 6, and 4. She was dependable, always showed up on time, helped with housework and laundry, and best of all the kids loved her. If I didn't move for my husbands job she would still be watching our kids."
Amanda S.
5.0
(6)
Featured in a Magazine as a Pet Sitter.
AVAILABILITY:
I have open availability. This means I can stick to your furry friend's schedule and make them as comfortable as possible.
DOG BREED EXPERIENCE:
Great Pyrenees, Anatolian Shepherd, German Shepherd, Newfoundland, Golden Doodle, Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever, Boston...
Caila can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding
5.0
"Caila took great care of our dogs while we were away. We recommend her to anyone who wants their pets to be comfortable and their house to be clean! We look forward to having Caila take care of our two dogs in the future!"
Meelie C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a retired grandmother who loves children. I have many years of child care experience. When my children were small I did in-home day care as well as licensed foster care. During my retirement years I have done part-time, short term child care and have worked in child care facilities as cook and/or part time child care...
Arlene can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I highly recommend Arlene. She responded to a last minute request with "If you have coffee, I can be there in an hour ". She showed up with a smile on her face and went above and beyond to make sure that our child received great care while our nanny was sick. I...
Allison A.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Sioux Falls, SD
Kayla V.
5.0
My kids were a little nervous about a new sitter and Kayla was amazing! I would hire her again and again!
- Megan E.
Ted V.
5.0
We have an only child, so my wife and I have always been helicopter parents. When our son was young, we rarely went anywhere without him unless we knew someone very responsible was watching him. I knew Ted's parents for a few years before we met him, so I knew he was a very dependable, good kid....
- Chris H.
Madisen A.
5.0
If you are looking for an absolute sweetheart who is a dream with kids, than Madisen is your girl! We hired Madisen to watch our twin 11-month olds and could not have been happier with her service. Not only was she punctual and did a wonderful job sticking to our girls' schedule, but our girls...
- Rachelle C.
Lakyn M.
5.0
An amazing experience! She bonds quickly with children and adolescents. Lakyn is a fun specialist that also helps with homework, bath time, and errands! We appreciate how she prioritizes care and safety while making positive difference in the lives of the family she works for. We definitely...
- Care member
Hailey A.
5.0
Hailey was our summer nanny for our three boys - ages 11, 9 and 7. She is very responsible, shows up on time, and a good communicator! She did a great job balancing patience with helping hold the boys accountable - ensuring they got their stuff done. The boys had a lot of activities, camps, lessons...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Sioux Falls, SD:
How can I find a Sioux Falls babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Sioux Falls, SD 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 232 babysitters in Sioux Falls, SD on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Sioux Falls, SD?
The average rate for Sioux Falls, SD babysitters on Care.com is $15.52 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 Sioux Falls, SD?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Sioux Falls, SD 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 Sioux Falls, SD babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Sioux Falls, SD are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 102 reviews of the 232 listed babysitters.