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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
Allyson G.
Allendale, MI
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am currently a student at Grand Valley studying ultrasound! I am looking for a few hours a week to nanny for a family around East GR! I have over 8 years experience in childcare, including 3 full time nanny positions, Sunday school leader, and date night babysitting. Let me know if you are interested!
Allyson can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Allyson is wonderful! She is responsible, reliable, and a great communicator. Our children adored her, and so did we!"
Cari A.
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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Faith is great with our boys! Helps them with their homework and does activities with them. She's a very sweet and honest person. "
Becky T.
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:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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.
Mackenzie W.
Wyoming, MI
$8-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as energetic, flexible, handworking
I like working with kids because everyday is a different day! I am going to college to be a teacher or open a daycare! I have worked with kids since I turned 16 and ive never disliked it.
I'm looking for a job that works with my college schedule! While allowing me...
Hi! I'm Natalia, but I will answer to any variation of the name, and I have quite a few unique nicknames that kids have given me over the years! I have 10 years of experience to offer; I started off as the classic babysitter after school, and then I worked for six years at the YMCA in their After Care Program, providing...
Natalia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Allison and I'm 28. I grew up in Grand Rapids and after traveling around a little bit came back. I am currently a student at Calvin University studying Literature and Philosophy.
I have quite a bit of babysitting experience including two autistic children. After high school I took a semester off and taught...
Allison can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Makenna C.
Grand Rapids, MI
$22/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Makenna! I am a compassionate person with 9 years of experience working with children. Some of my previous jobs include after-school staff, babysitter, and live-in nanny, and I currently work at a youth residential treatment home.
I strive to create a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for children of all...
Makenna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Melia C.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I babysat a family for 3 years and would occasionally babysit other families. I would pick the kids up from school and take them to after school activities and make them dinner, also would work some weekends when the parents went out. They had a dog I would take care of too and when they went out of town I would help with the...
Melia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Allison, I was born and raised in Grand Rapids, I have two older siblings. I graduated from high school and after high school I started working at a daycare. I have 3 years of experience. I have worked with ages 1-12 and have loved every second of it! I am willing to help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
I began babysitting when I was 14 years old, began working in a childcare center when I turned 16 years old and from their did in home nannying which included taking children to school, taking children out of the home to enjoy other activities, light house keeping, school work upkeep, after school activity upkeep, overnight...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Melissa! I am an aunt, an animal lover, and adore working with kids. I have experience working with children aged from 6months-13 years.
I am grateful for the variety of childcare opportunities I have experienced because it has allowed me to cultivate many meaningful relationships with both children and...
Melissa G can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
As someone studying to go into the educational field, I have a passion and drive for helping children grow, learn, and succeed. Though the experiences were short, I have helped with Vacation Bible Schools, summer camps, and after-school tutoring--- all opportunities where I was in a leadership and supervising role over children....
Austin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Rachel. I am currently attending Grand Valley State University in hopes of pursuing a career in Special Education. I have been a babysitter for most of my life and love to work with children more than anything. I have also worked for an after school program for the YMCA in the Grand Rapids. I have been a nanny for two...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hello! my name is Haylee I am 22 and have had over 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I've babysat, nannied, worked for a child care after-school program, been a summer camp counselor, been an assistant teacher in a daycare, and run the children's program for my church. I currently work in a school and need...
Haylee can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, my name is Emma, and I am a rising junior year at the University of Michigan. Currently, I am on a pre physician assistant track-- looking for a life engrossed in the health field. Being super outgoing, I always to try to find something fun to do (that is not just staring at the television. In addition, I have been nannying...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Victoria P.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a grand valley nursing student who hopes to go into pediatrics. I have many years of experience babysitting and years of volunteer experience at an elementary after school program. I love to do all kinds of activities and can always find ways to be engaged with the children I babysit. I am also CPR certified and have...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Alexandra L.
Allendale, MI
$17/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi everyone! My name is Allie, and I am starting my Masters program in Speech Language Pathology at Grand Valley this fall. I graduated from MSU in 2023 with a B. S in Neuroscience. I have been a nanny all through my undergrad. After I graduated from MSU, I took a gap year to figure out my post graduate plans. During the gap...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
has been working with children since high school. I have 3 years of experience babysitting children ages 6month-9yrs. I have 5 years of experience as a dance teacher for kids ages 3-18. I am a registered behavioral technician. I have experience working with children diagnosed with autism and Down syndrome. I have been fortunate...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Drake B.
Allendale, MI
$14/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I am a substitute teacher working with several school districts in County. I am generally free weekdays after 4 pm, and all day Saturday.
I'd describe my personality as fun, empathetic, and stern. Baby sitter available.
Drake can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Jenison, MI
Allyson G.
5.0
Allyson is wonderful! She is responsible, reliable, and a great communicator. Our children adored her, and so did we!
- Cari A.
Amanda L.
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 a gift with children.
- Kylee L.
Faith W.
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.
Rachel W.
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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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.
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