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334 nannies are listed in Grand Rapids, MI
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Grand Rapids, MI
4.7
(14)
Hired by 35 families in your neighborhood
I love kids! I have watched children of all ages - infants, toddlers, preschool age, elementary age, and middle school age. I have over 15 years of experience and a Bachelor's in early childhood education.
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Anna was great with all three of our boys, got twins and our very willful three year old to bed.
She is kind and warm with them while keeping them safe and in line."
Zachary P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Currently seeking a full time nanny or house manager position! I have had two nanny jobs with children ages 3 months - 5 years old. I have a lot of prior babysitting experience with children of all ages. I also worked with a pediatric dentist for several years which gave me a lot of great experience working with and caring for...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My 17 month old got along great with her. Flexible with hours and last minute requests. I feel my child is safe in her care."
Niki T.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I love every phase of childhood, including my own three kids' current young adult years. My experience as a learning facilitator and nanny has shown me it's important to authentically connect with and respect children, balancing their desire for autonomy with safety. I focus on the individual child, their learning style and...
Miliana can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Miliana to care for my son, who was 9 years old at the time. She was always on time and very dependable. She was so creative with activities for him to do, and made sure that he completed his needed assignments on time. She also made sure that he arrive to...
Lisa M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I am friendly and passionate 23-year-old Certified Nursing Assistant I love being able to communicate and have fun with people . I have worked in multiple different settings I am always open to side jobs. I do have a learning disability but I don't let that stop me!! I even have 25-35 nieces and nephews all together. Look...
Ciana can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ciana is very caring and sweet. She is great with the kids and they enjoy playing with her. She also has the house picked up the which is always nice!"
Ryanna H.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two grown children/boy-girl ages 23 and 19 . I worked with all ages in our children ministry at the church's we have attended. When my children were younger I worked in Daycare's and also had a licensed Day Care in my home. Now that my children are grown and are no longer living at home, I am looking forward to...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lisa has been watching my 8 month old son for the past month now and she is amazing! She is so sweet to our son. He really enjoys her company. We know this because he lights up when she's around. It's so cute the bond he is creating with her especially for how...
Natashia M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am so excited to be on your potential list for a summer nanny! I am a 2022 College graduate and am currently teaching special education at the elementary level ! I am currently looking for a summer nannying position after the school year (early June) until I have to head back to my classroom (early-mid August). I have...
Maddie can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maddie helped us out last minute and did a great job with our kids. Very friendly and reliable!"
Douglas B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I joyfully worked as a full time nanny for a decade. I cared for children ages NB-9. Most of my experience is with babies and toddlers. I then did part time in house childcare after my daughter was born. I am currently working part time as a nanny and am looking for a position to round out my week. I am available at the...
Dana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Dependable, trustworthy, fun, creative, caring...the kids absolutely adore her and I know I can count on her to always be on time and ready to start the day."
Sarah M.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm an experienced nanny/babysitter looking for work in the Grand Rapids area. I have 8 years of experience Working with three different families. I have worked with kids ages newborn to 12 years old. Kids love me because I'm fun, respectful, caring, and responsible. They will feel safe with me and safety is my number one...
5.0
"Sam is punctual, reliable and dependable. We will definitely be hiring her again!"
Jeffrey K.
4.0
(1)
Outgoing and sociable nanny with impending Masters degree, Bachelors in Psychology, and associates in Early Childhood Education. Over 8 years in childcare experience including mastery level completion of the Early Childhood Education II program at OHM Boces. Most recent position held with family of three children, since 2020.
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Rachel was a former student of mine who is now doing some observation hours in my classroom. She is a responsible, caring young adult who works hard to get the job done and does it to the best of her ability."
Rosemary P.
Kristina B.
Grand Rapids, MI
$25-51/hr • 18 yrs exp
**Fully Vaccinated - Covid Conscientious - Career Nanny**
5.0
(7)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
"The only job I ever loved more was being a nanny."
I am genuinely excited to be once again engaging exclusively in heart-centered work through the support of families and their children. While it is impossible to share enough with you here in this limited space, I have listed below the key takeaways of my career and would love...
Kristina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Look no further, Kristina is THE BEST! She watched our one year old daughter for several days a week last year and was an absolute dream. (We would still be using her but we moved out of state.) She has a true and obvious passion for children and their development....
Brittany B.
5.0
(1)
Hello Families! I am currently a Full-time infant-toddler teacher at YMCA and looking to a part time nanny position! I'm available Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, message me and let me know if that works for you. Looking forward to talking more :)
Ashanti can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ashanti is naturally dependable, compassionate, and trustworthy. I have 4 children who just enjoyed Ashanti's company, always did projects and cleaned up everything as if the children never made a mess. She's great definitely a genuine and pure at heart."
Christine J.
5.0
(1)
I love working with kids because I get to witness their development and make long lasting relationships with them and their families.
Frances can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Frannie is has great attention to detail and cares about the job she is doing. I would definitely hire her again! -Matt"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Recently retired, I am fortunate to be seeking a role out of the workplace where I can feel fulfilled in this rewarding stage of my life and that role is caring for children. In the past, I was the Director of the Cascade Christian Child Care Board for six years. I have been involved with the youth programs and Infant/Toddler...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nan was an exceptional help to us when we needed full time child care for our 9 month old son. After screening over 30 applicants with about 10 competitive candidates, her experience and professionalism made her a clear top choice. We are so grateful we had the...
Dennis D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 9. I helped my mom raise my little brother and sister. I have interned in high school with an after school program for children of all ages. I was an early childhood development teacher at a private school for 2 years for 18 to 30 months. I am now an associate teacher for 3 and 4-year-olds. I...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have +7 years of babysitting experience with children of all ages.
I speak Portuguese and English fluently, intermediate Spanish.
Certifications:
-CPR/ First Aid
-Child behavior, development
-Child care health and safety
-Healthy cooking for kids
-Infancy and the First Two years.
-psychology of education
-Newborn sleeping...
Helen can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Helen was wonderful with our 6 month old baby even when he was having a bad day. Would definitely hire her again and would recommend her! "
Anders C.
5.0
(1)
My name is Lia, I am 23 years old born in New York, but raised in Grand Rapids, MI. I am currently studying at Ferris State University and majoring in Criminal Justice. I will be graduating with my bachelors degree May 6th, 2023z I have 7 years of experience taking care of children from ages New born- 10-year-olds. I have an...
Lia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lía was my babysitter for 2 years, I have 2 kids who at the time were 9 months and 4 years old, and 2 dogs. She was very responsible, punctual, bubbly, artsy, playful, funny, organized, respectful, and nurturing. To this day she still manages to keep in touch and...
Larissa C.
Katie B.
Grand Rapids, MI
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I taught elementary and music classes in a private school for seven years. I nannied in some capacity for several years, and have taught piano lessons on the side. I grew up in Michigan and moved back here from Oregon in 2020. I've also been cleaning houses part time for years. I am the third born in a family of nine children,...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I appreciate Katie’s ability to keep my son engaged in different activities and the willingness to role play and keep him engaged throughout their time together."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hi, So happy to have the opportunity to introduce myself.
My name is Mary, I am a 25+ year Montessori Certified Early Childhood teacher/nanny. I have had the privilege to work with many children and families in private homes, as well as over 10 with Grand Rapids Public Schools Montessori Children's House program!
Having...
Mary can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mary has the wonderful gift of being able to communicate with children at their level. She worked as a teaching assistant in my Montessori classroom for nine years. Our students and parents LOVED Ms. Mary. She is kind, understanding, and knows how to find ways to...
Kathy F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Sophia, and I have been a nanny for seven years. I was with my previous nanny family for the last three years. I am looking for a new nanny position because, sadly, the people I nanny for, the youngest, are all grown up and in school full time. I have my own form of transportation and a clean driving record. I am a...
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kids absolutely love Sophia. They keep asking when our next mom and dad date night is so she can come play with them. She is always timely and goes above and beyond for my kids. She plans and brings over special activities and crafts when she watches them. One...
Abby R.
Jamie S.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.6
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have a bachelor's degree in child psychology and have been a nanny for several families. I have been a full time nanny for 3 years but I have worked with children in child care, camps, vacation bible school, etc. since I was 13. I currently am a full time nanny for a family (Tuesday-Friday from 7am-6pm) but looking for...
Jamie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jamie is polite, friendly he's working person with a can do attitude. I have known her since she was in high school and I had the pleasure of directing her in plays. She was always on time, diligent and had a positive outlook at all times. I was always particularly...
Chad P.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Grand Rapids, MI
Anna B.
5.0
Anna was great with all three of our boys, got twins and our very willful three year old to bed.
She is kind and warm with them while keeping them safe and in line.
- Zachary P.
Michelle M.
5.0
My 17 month old got along great with her. Flexible with hours and last minute requests. I feel my child is safe in her care.
- Niki T.
Miliana J.
5.0
Miliana was a great fit for our family needs and dynamic. She likes to have busy hands and never needs to be asked to jump in. She has her own parenting experience, plus has nannied for a variety of families, so she has a lot of suggestions when you ask but not when you don't. She's great at letting...
- Rebekah R.
Ciana D.
5.0
Ciana made herself available, on a last minute request, to watch our 5 year old daughter on a Sunday afternoon. She is the first, outside of family/close friends, to watch our daughter. She made us feel very comfortable by allowing us to get to know her before we left and kept in contact with us,...
- Mandy L.
Lisa S.
5.0
Lisa has been watching my 8 month old son for the past month now and she is amazing! She is so sweet to our son. He really enjoys her company. We know this because he lights up when she's around. It's so cute the bond he is creating with her especially for how young he is. Lisa is very...
- Natashia M.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Grand Rapids, MI
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Grand Rapids, MI?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Grand Rapids, MI is as of is $17.74 per hour as of November, 2024. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Grand Rapids, MI?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 334 in Grand Rapids, MI. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Grand Rapids, MI?
You can find different nanny services in Grand Rapids through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Grand Rapids, MI with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Grand Rapids, MI nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Nannies in Grand Rapids, MI are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 155 reviews of the 334 listed nannies.