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60 after school babysitters are listed in Jenison, MI
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 8 years
After school babysitters in Jenison, MI
Hello! My name is Adalyn and I am a student at MSU with a year of experience at a childcare facility as well as experience babysitting. Working at a daycare/after school facility I have experience with toddlers all the way up to teens. I personally enjoy reading and art related subjects, and have taken multiple AP courses to...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
3.0
(1)
I am 27 years old and have several years of experience with children of all ages. I have four brothers. I have watched my younger siblings and their children over the years. I started volunteering in the church nurseries at a young age, and that's when I knew I wanted to care for children as my career. I've had several years of...
Ashleigh can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
3.0
"We interviewed this caregiver and hired her to start babysitting for our family. She cancelled on us twice - on relatively short notice. We ended up having to cancel our plans. She agreed to babysit on several dates, but ended up taking a job that paid her...
Kelli C.
I am the oldest of four children, and the oldest of all of the grandchildren in my family, so I have been taking care of children of all ages most of my life. Throughout my high school years I also baby-sat for two boys that were 2 and 8 when I started and 5 and 11, when I went off to college. I am currently studying exercise...
Jana can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as energetic, positive and caring.
I like working with kids because I enjoy helping them grow and learn.
I'm looking for a job that is part time or full time days.
I started working with kids when I started babysitting in junior high.
In my spare time, I like to read, exercise and go for...
5.0
(1)
I have been babysitting for the past 9 years. My experience goes past just babysitting. I also worked as a before/after school care giver for 5 years in a private christian school. In addition to that I was also a Preschool aid for the two years following my graduation from High school. I have experience with children with...
Jessalynn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jessa has a huge heart and loves kids. She is a natural and we call her Mama J because of her love and passion for caring for children. She is willing to go above and beyond and do whatever you need. I highly recommend Jessa for anyone looking for a dependable and...
Jennifer C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madelyn, and I am a 2nd Grade Teacher. I have been teaching for the past 4 years and absolutely love what I do. I am looking for a part-time job this summer. I grew up babysitting 3 different families. Each family was unique with different needs. I have cared for infants, toddlers, and school aged kids. It was a...
Madelyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We couldn't have asked for a better nanny with Madelyn. She worked fantastically with our son and did many small chores around the home as well. We rarely needed to explain much as she was very observant and caught on quickly. We will miss her as our nanny!"
Alex W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently working as an lead teacher at an early childhood education center. I mostly work with preschoolers but I've worked with ages 0-5 at the center. I also have many years experience as a nanny for multiple families. I absolutely love nannying and I try to find an adventure every day! I love taking the children to...
Aliyah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Aliyah is beyond amazing. She cared for my 3 children ages 9, 2, and 4months and they adored her. Always on time (as in 10mins early) and she did various activities like taking the kids to the park and the Children's Museum. She would still be working for us if it...
Shawntorea N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am experienced and live in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
I have worked with children since I graduated from High School. My experience includes both professional and natural settings, including: Professional live-in Nanny, Volunteer Parent-Aid, Preschool teacher, VBS Appalachia Reach Out Volunteer in Inez Ky, YMCA Camp...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amy stayed with me for 3 days after my hip surgery, and was the most wonderful caregiver I could ever hope for. She anticipated my every need. She prepared meals, helped with medication, helped with exercises, helped get on Jobst stockings, and helped me to the...
Evanne H.
Amanda G.
Grand Rapids, MI
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Over 10+ Years Experience, Energetic Professional Ready To Entertain Your Child/Children & Or Pets!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Amanda & I'd love to apply for your position. I took a babysitter course through our local hospital where I worked as a nurse assistant. I have lots of childcare experience from the age of 14. I've cared for infants to pre-teens, including children on the spectrum or with seizure disorders. (My ex-husband had...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Amanda was very reliable, full of energy & helped with things around the house while she cared for our son last summer! She took him places all the time & was fully engaged with him while my husband & I were at work, sending us pictures & texts frequently to always...
Sarah D.
5.0
(2)
I began babysitting as young as 12 years old and have built countless relationships with children and families as the years have progressed.
To me, childcare is more than just "sitting," I strive to build a genuine relationship with a child as a role model, and to fill the day with enriching activities.
In the past I have...
Chloe can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Chloe watched my daughter and twin sons. She is very attentive and interactive with the kids. She is trustworthy and I would highly recommend her for your family as well."
Jonna H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a positive and energetic person who adores kids. I am the proud "Fun Aunt" to my beautiful 3-year-old Niece and my firecracker 6-year-old Nephew. I graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Speech Language Pathology. Not only did I grow up as the (go to) babysitter on my street for 15+ years, I am...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kate is wonderful! She actually reached out to our family through Care.com after seeing a post about our need for help with remote learning when school closed due to COVID-19. I'm so glad she did! She was great with our two girls, who were in 2nd and 4th grade at...
Elissa H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Looking to babysit a little bit on my days off from my full time hospital job in my home. I am a registered nurse and have had 5-6 years of experience watching kids/babies. Have watch as many as 4 kids at a time and have a lot of experience with twins. Have lots of experience of ages 0-6 but really prefer the 0-1 ages! I am...
Tricia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 28 years old and have been babysitting/nannying since I was about 12 years old. I have been teaching for the past 6 years. I've just recently moved to the Destin area and will be teaching in the fall, but I love spending time with kids and earning a little extra money!
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My kids just love when Ms. Erin comes over! She helps them with their homework, gave them a healthy snack and played TONS! I have two boys and one girl and they all just love her! Thanks so much for loving and watching my kids!"
Heather T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kaitlyn.
I was born and raised in Grand Rapids, MI and I am a full time musician. I love to learn, challenge myself, read, write, drink tea, bake, climb trees, travel, dance (even in rain), run, bike, eat sushi, and love the people around me. I am very down to earth, very active, and laugh a lot!
Why Child...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kids love Kaitlyn! She is fun loving and creative, ready to bake or make music at a moments notice. Kind, considerate and responsible. I highly recommend Kaitlyn."
Andrew N.
Annika G.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Annika! I enjoy being outside, reading, am a creative/artistic person and animal lover. I have loved children for as long as I can remember and really enjoy being a nanny. For the past 5 years, I have provided childcare and gained a lot of experience with multiple children, ages newborn-12 years. I love that I am able...
Annika can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Annika has been one of the greatest gifts to our family! She has truly become a part of our life and we are so thankful for our time together. We are so sad to be moving and whoever gets to work with Annika will be the absolute luckiest. As first time parents, we...
Gaby W.
5.0
(1)
I am a high energy very positive person! I love being goofy with kids and will listen to story after story all day and/or tell story after story all day! Personally I am into lots of crafts, puzzles, crocheting, and gaming. I love anything pastel colored or rainbow and am entertained so easily lol
Here is some of my work...
Britney can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Britney babysits my twin girls who are 7 months old. Britney is a wonderful babysitter. She is so kind to my children and they love her. Britney has also been super adaptable with all the new changes through my children's milestones. I also have a dog and Britney...
Morgan D.
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Mariah and I am 23 years old. I have 4 years of babysitting experience with ages ranging from newborn- teen. I would love to get to know a family and help their little grow/thrive in all aspects of life. Here are some of my favorite qualities about myself: I am trustworthy, nurturing, fun, creative, patient,...
Mariah can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Thank you for taking such great care of my home. I have been very pleased with your service and I am so thankful jamie selected you to clean for us! Mariah did an awesome job, she can clean better than I do! I feel like my house is brand new again! Thank you!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Amanda! I have always grown up caring for kids. I come from a very big family and have always been heavily involved in childcare from a young age. I absolutely love spending time with children, I believe it's important to be so present with them and actively engaged- we have so much we can learn from their...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"We love her! Amanda is our favorite sitter. She is great with my three kids. She has taken care of my toddlers and newborn and my kids get so excited when she comes over. She is the only sitter who my kids don't cry when I leave. She is such a blessing and has...
Kylee L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Faith and I am currently senior in College. I have 5 years of consistent babysitting experience with all ages and am CPR/ First Aid/ AED certified. I have experience with ages from 4 months- 11 years old. I am also a substitute teacher. During covid, I have babysit while helping with online spanish immersion...
Faith can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Faith has been with us for almost 5 months and we will be so sad to see her move onto student teaching next semester! Would highly recommend her for babysitting jobs to anyone looking"
Lindsey S.
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, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Jenison, MI
Ashleigh B.
3.0
We interviewed this caregiver and hired her to start babysitting for our family. She cancelled on us twice - on relatively short notice. We ended up having to cancel our plans. She agreed to babysit on several dates, but ended up taking a job that paid her better. I think she has a lot of great...
- Kelli C.
Jessalynn O.
5.0
Jessa has a huge heart and loves kids. She is a natural and we call her Mama J because of her love and passion for caring for children. She is willing to go above and beyond and do whatever you need. I highly recommend Jessa for anyone looking for a dependable and loving caretaker.
- Jennifer C.
Madelyn A.
5.0
We couldn't have asked for a better nanny with Madelyn. She worked fantastically with our son and did many small chores around the home as well. We rarely needed to explain much as she was very observant and caught on quickly. We will miss her as our nanny!
- Alex W.
Aliyah P.
5.0
Aliyah has been a wonderful addition to our family. Our two kids ages 5 and 10 months absolutely adore her. She is reliable, friendly and always on time (5-10 minutes early most days!) She has had a positive impact on both our children. We are thankful for all her help and flexibility!
- Erica Y.
Amy S.
5.0
Amy has a real desire to serve and help other people. She is a hard worker who is excels at care giving and has the patience and experience to be a valued employee. I would highly recommend Amy to anyone who needs a trusted caregiver.
- Les G.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Jenison, MI
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Jenison, MI?
You can review 4 after school babysitter profiles near you in Jenison, 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 Jenison, MI?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Jenison, MI is $15.75. 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 Jenison, 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 Jenison, MI on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Jenison, 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 Jenison, MI can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Jenison, MI?
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