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Sarah H.
Dowagiac, MI
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Former Classroom Teacher Who Now Tutors Privately And Provides Well-rounded Childcare Services.
Hello! I am a former classroom teacher that now tutors privately, babysits and offers a unique variety of educational and childcare services for learners of all ages! I can consult and assist with homeschooling efforts as well as provide resources, K-12 reading and writing remediation and support as well as SAT and ACT test...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm looking for full time or part time work. Would love to have a little come to my house before/ after school or stay the whole day while parents are out working. I have a 6-year-old boy who I take to school and a a2-year-old boy who is at home with me. I will provide all meals and lots of fun. Baby sitter available.
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Angela S.
Berrien Center, MI
$11-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Sitter With 5 Years Experience Or Nanny With An Open Schedule Looking For Full-Time
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat for many years. I worked at a day camp (ages 5-10) for 3 years and have volunteered in church nursery (ages 2 and under) and children's church (ages 4-5) for 6 years. I have decided to go back to school so I have had to stop working with the wonderful family I have been with for a year and a half. I am CPR and...
Angela can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for about 12 years. I've babysat for kids from ages 0-10. While babysitting, my duties were bedtime, making dinner, cleaning around the house, assisting with homework, and just having fun with the kids.
Brittany can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our 3 young boys look forward to Brittany coming to our house. She is engaged in play and they are always very excited to share their day's activities when we get home!"
Laura L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am a student at Purdue at the moment! I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want...
Madelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very punctual and reliable. Madelyn does a great job with active children. Would recommend!"
Geanie M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello !
My name is Jasmin. I recently just moved here a few months ago from New York. I've worked as a nanny and babysitter for several years. Although I'm in college pursing a different career path, I still enjoy working with children. I have lots of experiences and references. I've worked in a preschool, organized events and...
Jasmin can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Prepared punctual and reliable.
Great at communicating. Detail oriented.
Always had fun activities planned - appropriate for our 4 year old.
Highly recommend!"
Kristin M.
Lauren E.
Marcellus, MI
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have experience with children of all ages. I worked at a daycare previously for 7 years. I have a 2 years experience with nannying in the Kalamazoo area. I have loved watching children ever since I was at an age of being able to watch them. I graduated from Western Michigan University in May of 2021. I worked with children...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren is a rockstar! She is a great communicator and is really good with kids. My kids ages are 2,4 and 6. She babysat with us for 1 year. My kids loved her. She would do crafts and make sure the kids were doing productive projects. We trusted her to take the kids...
Megan V.
Jennae M.
Berrien Springs, MI
$11-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Jennae and I am 24 years old! I've been on Care. com since I was 19 and have had about 6 or so jobs from here over the years caring for kids of all different ages, ranging from newborn to preteens. I had great experiences with all of them and the elderly lady I currently take care of is moving, so I'm looking to get...
Jennae can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Jennae is very sweet and easy to work with. She is good with kids and likes playing along side them. You'll love working with her :)"
Julia H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 children, both boys, ages 25 and 22. I have a degree in Elementary Education. I've taught 3-year-old preschool, 4-year-old preschool, Kindergarten, been a paraprofessional for grades 3-5, and am currently finishing up my job as a Nanny for 5-year-old twin girls that I've been with for the past 4. 5 years. They are...
Mary can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Mary has been our nanny for almost 2 years now and the only way I can describe her is amazing. She is patient, kind, dependable, and dedicated. She goes above and beyond on a daily basis. I have two two-year-olds and they absolutely love her. She brings daily fun...
Brandy M.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as responsible, fun, and creative.
I started working with kids when I was in 8th grade and all throughout high school. I started college last fall and now I'm currently working a daycare closing shifts working with kids from age 6 months all the way up to 4 years old! I'm mostly here for babysitting...
Blaine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, personable, caring and adventurous
I like working with kids because I love to be a good role model and make an impact in little lives. I love that everyday is different and always an adventure.
I'm looking for a job with a happy family :)
I started working with kids when I was very...
I am a sophomore at IU studying Journalism! But have experience also with Elementary Education as that was my major last year!!
I love working with kids and I always have! I have been nannying and babysitting since I was 14 and have also ran summer camp and worked at after school child care at MCCSC schools! I have worked with...
Alivia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Izaiah N.
Granger, IN
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Izaiah, I am 22, and I love working with kids. I am currently a registered behavior technician working 1 on 1 with toddlers to the age of 21 with autism. I previously worked at a before and after school child care for elementary students k-5. I have been babysitting family members and friends kids age ranging...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Ellie S.
Granger, IN
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I've been working with kids ever since I was 12. Babysitting or just watching my baby cousins have been such a important part of my life and encouraged me to become a teacher! I have student taught kindergarten-4th grade through my high school and loved ever moment of it! I am very energetic and looking to meet some new...
Hello, my name is Destiny! I graduated last December, and am now a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant. I have been a member of Care since 2018, which has helped me pave my way through undergrad. However, I was recently logged out of my old account and can't regain access. I am also the oldest of 5, with an age gap of 15...
Destiny can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Three words I would use to describe my personality would have to be out going, caring, and leader. I am a nursing student at Saint Mary's. Growing up I would always babysit my younger cousins. I always enjoyed playing games with them. Recently I have enjoyed cooking dinner for my friends and I, reading, and going on sunset walks...
my personality as energetic, caring, and determined!
I like working with kids because it brings me joy, seeing the spark in their eyes when they are having fun, their little giggles, caring for them in any way possible brings me happiness
I started working with kids when I was 10 years old, I would watch my younger cousins...
Ava H.
Granger, IN
$17-26/hr • 6 yrs exp
As a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with over 6 years of experience in babysitting, after-school care, and church nursery settings, I am committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children of all ages. My background includes:
- 6 years of Babysitting Experience: I've worked with children of...
Ava can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Hello! My name is Sarah and I am looking for a nannying and/or occasional babysitting job this summer (until September 10th) ! I am currently a rising junior at UCLA and am Lifeguard and EMT certified. I have experience working at a camp for kids with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and have babysat numerous...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Lindsey F.
Saint Joseph, MI
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
With over 12 years of childcare experience, I've been a trusted nanny and babysitter for families, providing compassionate and attentive care to children of all ages. It all started when I was 12 years old, I started walking my teachers kids home after school for a snack and activities. I babysat all through high school to save...
Lindsey can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Dowagiac, MI
Brittany H.
5.0
Our 3 young boys look forward to Brittany coming to our house. She is engaged in play and they are always very excited to share their day's activities when we get home!
- Laura L.
Madelyn S.
5.0
Very punctual and reliable. Madelyn does a great job with active children. Would recommend!
- Geanie M.
Jasmin J.
5.0
Prepared punctual and reliable.
Great at communicating. Detail oriented.
Always had fun activities planned - appropriate for our 4 year old.
Highly recommend!
- Kristin M.
Lauren E.
5.0
Lauren is a rockstar! She is a great communicator and is really good with kids. My kids ages are 2,4 and 6. She babysat with us for 1 year. My kids loved her. She would do crafts and make sure the kids were doing productive projects. We trusted her to take the kids places and pick them up from...
- Megan V.
Jennae M.
5.0
Jennae's caring attitude and strong work ethic made for a fantastic caregiver for our six-month old. Had she not been relocating, we would have loved to have worked with her longer. Cannot recommend highly enough!
- Colin G.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Dowagiac, MI
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Dowagiac, MI?
You can review 2 after school babysitter profiles near you in Dowagiac, MI to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Dowagiac, MI?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Dowagiac, MI is $17.50. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Dowagiac, MI?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Dowagiac, MI on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Dowagiac, MI to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Dowagiac, MI can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Dowagiac, MI?
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