Find a babysitter in Forest Lake, MN

AAS Degree Early Childhood Development, 10+ yrs Preschool Teacher, raised 3 children of my own 19yr old girl, 15yr old girl, and 13yr old boy, I also am a Lifer Auntie of over 20plus niece and nephews, and great niece and nephews. Not a grandma yet but I love doing art activities and crafts, playing games, doing puzzles and knowing how to respond in a emergency because I have 20plus years of CPR and First Aid training.

My my name is Mady I'm a mom of have 8 children and 2 angels in heaven but most of my kids are grown but still have a 6 and 8 year old boys .I have lots of experience working with kids from working as a nanny and in Daycare Centers (including running my own for 12 years) as well as Preschools and South Washington County Schools. im very Flexible and im.open to most situations including emergency or last minute whenever possible. I work with all age groups from infants to school age and on... I'm CPR/First Aid Trained. Experienced in working with some disabilities, I'm bilingual in Spanish. Children are my passion and I love every bit of working with them, they bring so much joy and happiness. I love to dance and sing, bowling, competing,socializing, volunteering, helping those less fortunate, I love to help with charity that have a purpose and so much more. Children are my world and love them so much all. Thank You.[removed]

Hello! My name is Grace and I'm a student at the University of Minnesota! I work with kids for my university job and am frequently responsible for their care. In high school I also babysat for as young as 3 years old around my community. I am a good cook, love to hang out and play games, and have animals at my apartment so I'm more than comfortable with a few furry friends :)

Hi! my name is Tre’sha and i’m 18 looking for a side job to make a little extra money:) I have years of experience watching my cousins and nephews, worked at a daycare, and a nursing home. I'm very patient, good at multitasking, problem-solving, and event planning. i’m charismatic and fun so i feel like your kids will love me!

Pets: I've fostered hundreds of pets over the years & recently focused on crisis fostering & providing accessible pet care. I often pet sit in my home (which I share with Paisley Bark, a goofy bloodhound) so I usually have 2-5 dogs around. That said, I am able to provide separate space for pets who struggle with reactivity or who simply prefer a calmer environment. Social pets w/permission are welcome to interact with select others under close supervision in accordance w/their preferred personality/play style. For dogs w/separation anxiety (or owner convenience) I provide pick-up & drop-off services. I also offer services in client homes (check-ins, meals, let outs, walks, house sitting) based on the needs of your pet. As pet sitter w/experience caring for a range of medical needs including illness & injury, I am comfortable & adept administering most types of medication (oral, topical, & subcutaneous). I've worked with most breeds/sizes & a vast range of personalities/behavioral needs. I am a proponent of positive reinforcement strategies & I prefer to stick to any routines & schedules a pet is used to so I ask clients to share as much info as they can regarding rules, training, treats etc. so I can provide as consistent an experience as possible. Pet owners are the experts in the care of their pets & I aim to accommodate any requests/preferences. Though I have a lot of experience, owner input is essential to create an environment where both your pet & I are set up for success. Childcare: My mother ran a daycare out of our home & I started helping with the care of other children while I still was one & served as a live-in nanny for my nephew in his first years. Because I often pet sit in my home (to guarantee safety for all involved) I prefer to kid sit elsewhere. My background is Customer Success & Ops so in most of my adult life I've watched kids for friends only periodically but recently started caring for a few kids in my neighborhood. I myself am AuDHD (Autistic w/ADHD) & while we are all different, my experience has motivated me to be as accepting, safe, patient, & compassionate an adult for neurodiverse kids as I was lucky enough to have growing up. My caregiving relies heavily on parental guidance, the more I know the more successful I can be. I only sit for a few kids & while I'm open to more, I hope for open and direct communication with regards to expectations & boundaries to ensure I'm able to meet your definition of great care.