Find After School Babysitters in Indian River, MI
At Care.com, your trust and safety are our priority. Compare background-checked after school babysitters in Indian River, MI and hire the best fit for your family.
Find after school babysitters in Indian River, MI that you’ll love
13 after school babysitters are listed in Indian River, MI
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 10 years
After school babysitters in Indian River, MI
Gabrielle H.
Indian River, MI
$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I've spent the last 6 years as a caregiver, watching children and helping families in need. My love for kids motivated me to become a caregiver, and I enjoy making a positive impact on their lives. I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly, and I communicate well with parents to ensure their children always have a great time. I...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've always been passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. With over 15 years of experience caring for children, I am confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your child. I am creative and imaginative, always finding new and exciting ways to engage children in...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lauren was excellent with our two children. Our son had been pretty shy around other babysitters, but he was a big fan of Lauren from the moment we met her. She's a great babysitter. You would be lucky to have her!"
Krista P.
Janette B.
Petoskey, MI
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of children in a variety of settings (babysitting, pre school teacher, nanny, home day care) for over 25 years. I enjoy working with children of all ages, especially infants and toddlers. I am a mom of an exceptional 17-year-old daughter and 3 young adult step daughters. I have many area references and a...
Janette can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Such a nice calm presence about her with children and adults. Very kind. Very trusting. Great with kids of any age. Very dependable. Plays very well with children. I like that I did not find her to be on her phone frequently or social media etc. You will not find...
Jill B.
Gay H.
Petoskey, MI
$23-30/hr • 20 yrs exp
Teacher, Childcare & Educational Services, Field Trips & Nature Excursions
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a retired teacher providing in-home childcare and educational curricula services. My experiences have included working with both general education and special needs students. I lead a healthy, active lifestyle and enjoy planning engaging enrichment activities, nature excursions, field trips and participating in...
Gay can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We enjoyed working with Gay. She provided great care for our kids on the short notice. Highly recommended!"
Michael M.
Stephanie B.
Cheboygan, MI
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Steph Experienced Caregiver With Early Childhood Expertise
5.0
(2)
I am a certified Michigan elementary teacher of more than 18 years taking a break from the classroom. Families that hired me through Care are happy to be contacted for glowing reviews upon request. I have a graduate degree in Early Childhood Education, which focuses on the development of children 0-9 years-old. Whatever ages or...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Stephanie was such a great fit for our family. Her background as an elementary school teacher was great for our boys. We will absolutely hire her again and the boys had a great time working with her!"
Care member
Michelle S.
Petoskey, MI
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been babysitting for families in the Northern Michigan area since high school. I love to do outdoor activities, playing with pets, listening to music, crafts, and games while babysitting! I am a Central Michigan University graduate with a degree in Elementary Education. I was a teacher in Alaska, New Mexico and at...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Martyna K.
Petoskey, MI
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, humble and patience
I started working with kids when I was 16 years old. Vacation work and after full time nanny. In 2022 I graduated nursing school in Poland.
In my spare time, I like to cooking, listening to music, spending time with my family and friends, doing all outdoors...
Olivia A.
Petoskey, MI
$19-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Olivia's Get To Know Me. Please Feel Free To Ask Any Questions Or Concerns You Might Have.
Hello! My name is Olivia, I'm 20yrs old. I'm outgoing, passionate, I have great work ethic, and I love kids! I have experienced in babysitting for family and friends. I can managing daily routines and activities, handle emergencies and first aid, as well as effectively communicate with parents and guardians appropriately.
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hello my name is Grace and I am very excited to see where this will go! I have quite the experience in caring for children, doing household jobs, running errands, etc. I recently graduated from Inland lakes high school, and I'm getting ready to go off to central Michigan university to continue my academic career. I love to be...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
April B.
Petoskey, MI
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello, my name is April. I am 22 years old and have been babysitting since I was 14. I enjoy working with kids and am able to help meal prep as well as light housekeeping. I am comfortable watching multiple kids ages 1 and up and do not mind helping out with homework. Able to work any weekdays from 6:00am-6 p.m.
April can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a full-time childcare professional. Previously, I worked as a live-in nanny for 4 children ranging from newborn to 7 years old. I have also worked in professional setting with children up to 15 years old. I enjoy spending quality time with littles including reading, arts and crafts, imaginative play, outdoor activities and...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Kayla P.
Petoskey, MI
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Kayla and I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 and I am currently 24. I was apart of the non profit organization called The Young Americans for 4 years where I traveled internationally teaching music and performing to kids and adults of all ages. My last two jobs were an assistant teacher in a pre-k...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Nicole C.
Petoskey, MI
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Nicole and im 22 years old. I come from a family with 7 kids and we have 5 dogs. I've had lots of experience babysitting both humans and pets. I've been babysitting for a long time for family and friends. Last summer I worked in a daycare with kids ranging from 2 months to school age.
Currently I'm in nursing school at...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Showing 1 - 13 of 13
Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Indian River, MI
Lauren S.
5.0
Lauren was excellent with our two children. Our son had been pretty shy around other babysitters, but he was a big fan of Lauren from the moment we met her. She's a great babysitter. You would be lucky to have her!
- Krista P.
Janette B.
5.0
Janette took excellent care of our 11 month old son for daycare in our home. Reliable, easy to communicate with, and left notes on how each day went! We have a full house of three dogs and a cat and she was accommodating to their energy too! I would recommend her to anyone looking for someone to...
- Rachel B.
Gay H.
5.0
We enjoyed working with Gay. She provided great care for our kids on the short notice. Highly recommended!
- Michael M.
Stephanie B.
5.0
Stephanie was such a great fit for our family. Her background as an elementary school teacher was great for our boys. We will absolutely hire her again and the boys had a great time working with her!
- Care member
Additional After School Babysitter Services
After School Babysitter Articles
14 Women’s History Month activities for kids that teach and empower
March 3rd, 2025 There’s more to March than wintery weather and St. Patrick’s Day. The month is also when we celebrate Women’s History Month, and it’... Read more
How to get CPR and first-aid certified
March 27th, 2024 It’s not fun to think about emergencies. But as much as you hope they’ll never happen, you do have to be prepared. CPR and first-aid are things ... Read more
Best exercises for kids (ages 5-12 years old)
February 12th, 2025 Kids need designated time each day to get out their wiggles and bump their heartbeats up a notch. According to the ... Read more
International Women’s Day for kids: How to explain the holiday to children of all ages
February 27th, 2025 Try this quick experiment with your kids: Without any context, ask them to name a handful of historic figures they’ve learned about recently in school. ... Read more
FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Indian River, MI
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Indian River, MI?
You can review 2 after school babysitter profiles near you in Indian River, 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 Indian River, MI?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Indian River, MI is $19.00. 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 Indian River, 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 Indian River, MI on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Indian River, 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 Indian River, MI can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Indian River, MI?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Indian River, MI.