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60 after school babysitters are listed in Lawton, MI
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 10 years
After school babysitters in Lawton, MI
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
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.
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & 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.
Hi! I'm Ellie! I love working with kids of all ages and have done so in a professional capacity since last year. I am CPR certified and have extensive first aid training so your kiddos are in the best of hands. I look forward to hearing from you!
Danielle S.
Paw Paw, MI
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Danielle.
I am a caring compassionate person, who enjoys to spend time talking and caring for people. I am a hardworking, reliable, and responsible person. I am willing to go above and beyond to help you with anything you might need.
I have experience sitting for both very young children as well as older children up to age 13. I spent the past summer as a nanny for a family with two kids, and always made sure they had a great time! I love kids and doing fun activities with them. I also have years of experience caring for the furry children as well and would...
Kayla can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Alissa F.
Marcellus, MI
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Alissa. I have 5 years of child care experience through babysitting working in a daycare and a behavior technician. ages varying from infant-grade school . I can help with Travel, housekeeping, homework etc. I truly have a passion for working with Children, watching them learn and grow into their own unique...
Alissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a recent graduate from Michigan State University looking for employment in the Kalamazoo area. I have several years of childcare experience with infants to young teens. I have a reliable car and can provide after school pick-up and care if needed. Please message me if you are interested in setting up a call to...
Jaclyn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We haven't had a babysitter since before the pandemic, so we were nervous to leave them with a stranger for six hours. Jaclyn came right on time and even brought an activity to do with my two young boys (3,6). She's somewhat soft-spoken but she's friendly and...
Yvonne L.
4.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lexi and I am a Senior at WMU. As a little bit about me, I am majoring in Occupational therapy and minoring in ASL and psychology. I have been a competitive dancer since 1st grade. I am on the WMU Dance Team. With dance over the years, I have had the opportunity to assist and teach little kids, which has helped...
Lexis can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love working with children and have experience with infants to middle school age children. I have two boys 5 and 3. 5 years old. We love to play outside, do crafts, read books and just be silly. Recently I worked for a family with two children and have worked for several families on an as needed basis. My other experience...
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Margaret is wonderful! She cared for our 3.5 year old daughter. She brought her two sons and they had a wonderful day. She was attentive to all the children. She is relaxed and thorough. We appreciated her flexibility and absolute love of children. We would love to...
Marlo C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Devyn! I'm 21 years old and currently just working, no school. My babysitting experience started back in 2012, and is still going strong! I've worked with all ages, but I have the most experience working with ages 1-5. I love building bonds with children and their parents! I'm comfortable with transportation, meal prep,...
Devyn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Devyn is an amazing caregiver. She is always very engaged with my children. She goes above and beyond without us asking. I couldn't be more grateful for her being apart of our team!"
Jordyn P.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my names Leah. I am a mother to a 6-month-old. Prior to moving to Michigan in June 2023 I was a nanny for a family with 2 kids, B4 and G1. I worked for them for a little over a year. I had many responsibilities outside the child care such as cleaning and meal prep. After moving to Michigan I just did babysitting jobs for...
Leah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Leah was with us for just over a year. My two kids loved her and she handled them well. She was always happy, helpful above and beyond what I asked her to do, and a good communicator."
Timothy M.
Joelle D.
Kalamazoo, MI
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone!! My name is Joelle and I am about to graduate at WMU with a major in Acting (so I am the BEST at playing make believe). I am extremely qualified to babysit/nanny: 10 years of babysitting and 6 of nannying, I have worked with up to 5 kids in the same household ranging from ages infant- 15!! (I also have a lot of...
Joelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Joelle is very kind and loves playing with my kids. They always look forward to when she's coming over next!"
Francesca S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Sydney! I come with many craft projects up my sleeve, an arsenal of fun facts, and plenty of patience. For me, the best part about being around children is watching their imaginations at work and encouraging their artistic expression. I love to read aloud and spend lots of time outside.
I primarily have experience...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sydney is the best! She goes above and beyond, bringing arts and crafts materials for my son, playing games, etc. Always on time, reliable. She's been working for us now for a couple of months, and we would definitely recommend her to be hired by other families."
Hilary J.
Allison D.
Kalamazoo, MI
$14-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am the oldest of four children in my family. I attended Lumen Christi Catholic High School and now I attend Western Michigan University and am studying Early Elementary Education. Since such a young age, I have had a passion for children helping them learn and grow always bring a smile to my face. During this school year I...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lauren M.
Portage, MI
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
i've been around kids my whole life, I began babysitting as young as 15. I babysat for a family of 3 all throughout high school as well. we kept busy with activities outdoors and crafts among other things. I also have a sister who is 6 now who I have regularly looked after since she was little.
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have five younger siblings and I've always helped my parents raise them. I play with them for hours on end and they consider me one of their favorite people in the world. I would bake with them, make crafts, play outside, and host many barbie talent shows. I also have helped in my step mom's preschool classroom many times...
Kaylin can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Rhiannon P.
Kalamazoo, MI
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Now that I'm graduating and my schedule is opening up, I would love to connect with a family and see if anyone needs some help in their daily life! When it comes to childcare, I value development of the mind and person, as well as education. I've worked with all ages, newborn to teens, and in various settings! I have some early...
Rhiannon can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am comfortable with all ages as I have had great experience and was a nanny in high school. I go to Western Michigan University and will be living here during the school year. Next semester my classes are done at 3 p.m. Monday Thursday so I am available anytime after that. I have a car and would be willing to drive kids around...
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Connie K.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Connie . I have been babysitting for 8+ years for my younger cousins or multiple families in my neighborhood with all age ranges. I have reliable transportation and am able to help out with pickups or drop offs as well as after school activities. I am fully vaccinated and love animals as well!
Connie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Sydney A.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-16/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Sydney, i'm 19 years old. I am looking for a babysitting job part time in the Kalamazoo, Portage, or Mattawan areas. I am currently in school and have limited avaliablity, but am willing to be a little flexible when it comes to hours. I am CPR certified and have been teaching swim lessons for the past two years to...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Lawton, MI
Mary R.
5.0
Mary has been helping us out this whole summer. She is always on time and is very easy to communicate with. She always comes with fun activities for the kids and my kids adore her. They always ask when she is coming back! She goes above and beyond my expectations and I we would recommend her to...
- Sharlee Z.
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.
Jaclyn G.
5.0
Thank you so much Jaclyn for babysitting my kids! They had so much fun. You were reliable, punctual, and very polite. You took such good care of them and they're still talking about the good times they had with you. Thank you for making bracelets with my daughter. You went above and beyond! I can't...
- Inna J.
Margaret M.
5.0
Margaret is wonderful! She cared for our 3.5 year old daughter. She brought her two sons and they had a wonderful day. She was attentive to all the children. She is relaxed and thorough. We appreciated her flexibility and absolute love of children. We would love to hire her again!
- Marlo C.
Devyn P.
5.0
Devyn is an amazing caregiver. She is always very engaged with my children. She goes above and beyond without us asking. I couldn't be more grateful for her being apart of our team!
- Jordyn P.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Lawton, MI
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Lawton, MI?
You can review 1 after school babysitter profiles near you in Lawton, 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 Lawton, MI?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Lawton, MI is $20.00. 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 Lawton, 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 Lawton, MI on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Lawton, 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 Lawton, MI can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Lawton, 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 Lawton, MI.