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1,696 babysitters are listed in Minneapolis, MN
The average rate is $17/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Minneapolis, MN
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat one to three children for up to eight hours. I am also an assistant at my church's nursery! Activities I do with children I babysit include: Play board games, play, watch movies/tv, play sports outside, go to the park, and prepare lunch and dinner. My interests include music, reading, cooking, swimming, and...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Interviewed Hannah for an after school nanny job. She was kind and engaging. She seemed great with the kids. We ended up going with another candidate that lived closer to our home.
Julie S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Angela and I am a 25-year-old elementary educator. I currently work with elementary age students, but have experience working with adolescence as well. I began nannying and tutoring when I was 14 years old, and have experience teaching Sunday school all throughout high school. I am very comfortable with children of...
Angela M can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Recent review:
5.0
Angela was amazing! As a FTM and hiring a non-family member babysitter, Angela was patient and made me feel so comfortable. She My son took to her immediately. I would highly recommend Angela to other parents!
Jessica D.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience in the childcare field I have worked in daycare settings as well as doing date night sitting . I can help with cooking/meal prep, laundry, swimming supervision.
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Emily was great! She was very timely with reaching out for our request. She has great experience with kids of all ages and really made our kids’ night! They loved Emily and the fun games she played and even a fun movie night! She was great with both our kids and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for over 10 years, and I worked at a daycare for three. I enjoy working with children ages 0-12 and am great with helping with homework, driving to activities, spending time with them, etc. I am a Red Cross certified babysitter as of 2011, with updated CPR/AED certification as of 2018.
I am a non-smoker,...
Greta can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
I would recommend Greta to anyone. Professional, personable and so good with our 3 month old son.
Lindsey A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Megan and I am currently in my third year of undergraduate work earning my elementary education licensure. I have 5 years of professional experience working with children of all ages, backgrounds, and educational needs in a variety of settings, including classrooms, after-school programs, tutoring, babysitting,...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
I am very satisfied with Megan’s service. She took care of my 6 years old autistic daughter . She was on time, professional and flexible. I highly recommend her.
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Anna, and I am a graduate student at Winona. I have extensive experience working with children of all ages. I have worked in a special care nursery where I cared for children ages birth to 3 years old, with and without medical complications. I also have a background as a lifeguard instructor which has given me a...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Our girls loved having Anna babysit. She often brought games/activities over with her from home, took the kids outside for biking, time at the neighborhood park, etc., braided hair, genuinely played with them. You won't go wrong in hiring Anna.
Kerry C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have taken care of children for 20 plus years on and off for many different families that needed care. I have excellent references. I have great church references. I have helped in kids church, taught youth group and helped in nursery. I love children and my husband and I have 7 of our own.
Christine can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Recent review:
5.0
Christine is deserving of way more than 5 stars. She is prompt, caring & was like part of the family.
Care member
4.0
(1)
I have a lot of experience as a nanny and as a mother of 2 sons and a baby granddaughter! I lovingly form a relationship with each child individually, because that's where I feel that trust and respect go hand in hand. I am firm and consistent with children, yet I believe in being flexible once we have established a routine. I...
Angel can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
4.0
Angel was friendly and warm with our kids during the interview. She seems to truly care about kids and would make a good nanny.
Laurie And Amelia M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kaelan, I am 23 years old. I have always had a strong passion for working with kids. I have a lot of experience babysitting for kids of all ages and would love to get as much experience as I can. I worked as a nanny for two years and for the last 4 I have been at a Montessori Daycare as a lead teacher in the...
Kaelan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
We hired Kaelan last minute when schools were canceled. She was easy to communicate with and punctual. Kaelan did a wonderful job interacting with, feeding and caring for our three kids (5 years, 3 years and 8 months). They had a great time. We would definitely...
Alisa and Brian L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Annmarie and I am a Dental Student pursuing my DDS at the University of Minnesota. I am passionate about health, education, the great outdoors, and exploring new things! I hope I can bring my positive attitude and hard work ethic to bring the best care experience to your family. I have loved the connections I...
Annmarie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
reliable, punctual, and with a very positive attitude towards everything. I hired her as a mothers helper and she did a great job looking after my 8 month old daughter while also keeping the house clean and organized, prepping meals , and doing the laundry.great...
Sara B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Maia! I am a reliable and experienced babysitter available for evening, weekend, and overnight babysitting. I have cared for infants and children of all ages. I am an alumna of the University of Minnesota and while I grew up in Wisconsin, I consider myself a Minnesotan having lived through many, many winters! I love...
Maia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Maia is great! My daughter loves her and often asks when she is coming back again. She is trustworthy, punctual, a great communicator and overall just a great person. Your family is in great hands with Maia.
Jessa R.
Valerie B.
Minneapolis, MN
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter And College Graduate Well-Versed At Blending Learning And Play
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I started caring for children when I was 11 years old. I've been an occasional babysitter and petsitter ever since. In 2011, I worked at a community farm/CSA in Osceola, WI, and took care of twin 3-year-olds. I was also responsible for gardening and cooking nutritious meals for the community. My experience working on farms led...
Valerie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Recent review:
5.0
Valerie has been a trusted and dependable provider, caring for our 10-year-old daughter on a part-time basis. She is thoughtful, flexible, and creative in her work and engagement with our family.
Former Member A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I graduated from the University of Minnesota with a Masters degree in Elementary Education in 2016, and taught third grade in South America until I moved back to the states in 2019. I currently work as a real estate agent throughout the Twin Cities metro and in Wisconsin.
I absolutely love being outdoors and going hiking with...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Recent review:
5.0
Megan is fabulous! She's fun, responsible, and creative. My kids are always disappointed when I arrive home and she has to leave!
Michelle A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! I'm Jenae and have recently moved to Fort Myers to begin my career post-grad as an Atgletic Trainer in the Lee County school district. I've always had a passion caring for kids and would love to continue that in my free time. My full-time job schedule is dependent upon needed sports coverage so I'm definitely interested in...
Jenae can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Jenae cared for our son from ages 7-10 months regularly several evenings a month. She would pick him up from daycare and take him home as we worked long hours. She was very reliable, easy to communicate with and friendly. Our son loved her. I would absolutely...
Elizabeth B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Annie M! I recently graduated from the College of St. Benedict, receiving a bachelor's degree in Health Science. I am now working on earning my Doctorate of Physical Therapy at the College of St. Scholastica. I am new to the Duluth area and looking for part-time work in the area.
I have tons of childcare...
Annie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Recent review:
5.0
We had Annie for only a couple of months during the summer to help look after our boys and during that time the they grew to love her. She was patient, understanding and always showed warmth towards my boys. She also had a lot of energy to keep them happy and...
Patti P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a caring and responsible babysitter with 5 years of experience. I have a passion for working with children and I love helping them learn and grow. I am patient, kind, and always put the safety and wellbeing of the children I care for first. I have experience working with children of all ages, from infants to...
Recent review:
5.0
She was wonderful to work with my two girls! I can't wait to work with her again.
Andrea D.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am a very reliable, energetic, loyal, caring person who has roughly 20 years of paid experience as a babysitter/nanny and would classify myself as a career nanny. I have experience with: twins, overnights, out of town trips, infants, toddler, school age, teens, etc. I love kids if all ages however, infants - elementary...
Rachel can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
Rachel has watched our two kids multiple times for date night coverage. She is always on time, and the kids are excited to see her coming. She has been very good with our three dogs that also have their own challenges. She is great and I would highly recommend...
Matt J.
Nicole L.
Minneapolis, MN
$15-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter, Looking For Part-time Summer Nanny Job.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a registered nurse working at children's hospital in mental health! Prior to nursing (which I began may 21') I was a full time nanny! I love kiddos and miss hanging out with them and I am looking to be a families go to babysitter! Or a caregiver to live in for when parents go out of town or a short getaway! I have...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
Nicole was a pleasure to have watch our children and would recommend her to anyone. She's patient, great with kids and listening, and the children had nothing but nice things to say. A rehire for sure.
Johnathon A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, creative, and optimistic!
I like working with kids because they make you think differently, they don't need the internet or a phone, they have fun with a crayon and a wall; but not on my watch:)
I'm looking for a job that can be fun! Having a babysitter usually means either it's going...
Rae can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Rae was a fabulous fit for our family! She was flexible to the hours we needed even with last minute changes, she showed up promptly, handled dinner and bedtime and indoor+outdoor play. The kids loved her and we can’t wait to have her back, soon! Great energy and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Regan and I would love to be a babysitter for your family! I just moved to Minneapolis from northern California. I just graduated from Sonoma State with a degree in Communication & Media Studies. Throughout my time in college, I nannied for two families and previously provided child care all throughout high...
Regan can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Recent review:
5.0
Regan has been our babysitter for 1 year and we have nothing but amazing things to say about her. Our son loved his nights with Regan babysitting. Regan is top notch. She has a positive attitude, she is a fun personality, and overall is a joy to have in our home....
Christina J.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Minneapolis, MN
Hannah G.
5.0
Interviewed Hannah for an after school nanny job. She was kind and engaging. She seemed great with the kids. We ended up going with another candidate that lived closer to our home.
- Julie S.
Angela M G.
5.0
Angela was amazing! As a FTM and hiring a non-family member babysitter, Angela was patient and made me feel so comfortable. She My son took to her immediately. I would highly recommend Angela to other parents!
- Jessica D.
Emily P.
5.0
Emily was great! She was very timely with reaching out for our request. She has great experience with kids of all ages and really made our kids’ night! They loved Emily and the fun games she played and even a fun movie night! She was great with both our kids and our dogs and even gave us text...
- Care member
Greta K.
5.0
I would recommend Greta to anyone. Professional, personable and so good with our 3 month old son.
- Lindsey A.
Megan W.
5.0
I am very satisfied with Megan’s service. She took care of my 6 years old autistic daughter . She was on time, professional and flexible. I highly recommend her.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Minneapolis, MN:
How can I find a Minneapolis babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Minneapolis, MN 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 1,696 babysitters in Minneapolis, MN 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 Minneapolis, MN?
The average rate for Minneapolis, MN babysitters on Care.com is $17.97 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 Minneapolis, MN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Minneapolis, MN 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 Minneapolis, MN babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Minneapolis, MN are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 481 reviews of the 1,696 listed babysitters.