What is the going rate for babysitters in Forest Lake, MN?

The national typical hourly rate in 2021 is $17.00 for babysitters. When deciding how much to pay your babysitter, it’s important to set a competitive rate to attract the best caregivers. But there are lots of factors to think about when determining the cost of child care. Use Sittercity’s chart to determine the most appropriate babysitting rate by hourly wage by location.

How do I find a babysitter for my kids in Forest Lake, MN?

Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available babysitters. Interested sitters will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual babysitters by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.

What kind of babysitters can I find in Forest Lake, MN?

You can find babysitters for in-home care or for a virtual sitting. Babysitters can help families with managing strict schedules, transportation to activities, homework help, last-minute coverage, date nights, and more.

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Available babysitters in Forest Lake, MN

Catherine W.

40 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$ 16–25/hr

I enjoy caring for kids and I am a Christian person. I am a mother of five and grandma to five grandkids. I have nannied, ran an in - home daycare and I worked as a sub paraprofessional for a school district.

$ 16–25/hr

logan g.

2 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$ 12–24/hr

Hi!! i’m Logan i've been babysitting my sister since she was 7 and I love to draw, go outside, go for bike rides, and go hiking. I love pets and kids Ive been babysitting for 2 and half years now and i’d love to babysit for you!

$ 12–24/hr

Anita M.

7 years paid experience
10 miles

$ 12–20/hr

Hello there! My name is Anita and l’m 20, I graduated High School and currently have a 1 1/2 year old of my own. I have been babysitting for 7 years with experience with children ages 0 months to 14 years, also with up to 3 kids at a time. I am CPR certified as well and safe sitter certified. I am ...

$ 12–20/hr

Nicole H.

20 years paid experience
14 miles

$ 10–20/hr

Hi, I am a mom of 4 older children and currently stay home during the day. If your daycare closes, you have errands to run, or grandma can't watch the kids give me a call. I am not looking for a full-time position. Occasional day and weekend babysitting. All four of my girls are babysitting age too....

$ 10–20/hr

miah l.

2 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$ 15–20/hr

I am great a creating smile on child's face. I previously worked for the Forest Lake school Transportation company as a bus aide. I have two years experience with children with special needs.

$ 15–20/hr

Madilyn H.

4 years paid experience
15 miles

$ 15–25/hr

Hi my names Madi and I love children! I’m 18 years old and I just graduated from high school. I enjoy building relationships and having as much fun as possible. I love to cook and i’m comfortable with pets. I love going on walks to the park or playing games, making forts, running through the sprinkl...

$ 15–25/hr

Lisa S.

10 years paid experience
8 miles

$ 15–30/hr

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Hi, I'm a Professional Nanny/housekeeper looking for a long term commitment with a growing family. I come from a large family 8 girls and 1 brothers. I have been working in the child care field and love all ages newborn and grade school students all my Nanny experience is hands on. I have ...

$ 15–30/hr

Bryanna T.

4 years paid experience
13 miles

$ 15–25/hr

Hello! I am a 23 year old child care worker at Life Time Athletic. I have worked in child care for 4 years and have been a babysitter for the families at my job for those four years. I also was a preschool teacher for half a year. I have experience with babysitting children from ages 3 months -11 ye...

$ 15–25/hr

Deanna D.

2 years paid experience
8 miles

$ 12–15/hr

I loved raising my 3 sons which are all grown up now. I worked in Healthcare as a Operating room technician for many years. After I retired from operating room I started helping kids of all ages with extra help at school.K thru 12th. In the years of raising my sons I helped my Dad with his son which...

$ 12–15/hr

Jessica M.

9 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$ 15–25/hr

Hello! I am currently looking for a family to nanny this summer. I currently work as a coordinator in an early childhood program during the school year and have summers off. I am open to part time or full time care, and am flexible week-to-week. I will most likely be available from Mid-June to Mid-A...

$ 15–25/hr

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Babysitting FAQs

Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available babysitters. Interested sitters will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual babysitters by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.