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Find after school babysitters in Lawton, MI that you’ll love
60 after school babysitters are listed in Lawton, MI
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
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...
Sharlee Z.
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & 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: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jaclyn has done a wonderful job with our toddler. For 7+ months she was reliable, motivated, and so dedicated to providing our daughter with first-rate care. Highly recommend."
Liz C.
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & 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
CPR
Early Education
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & 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.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
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.
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
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: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
Alyson B.
Kalamazoo, MI
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hey there! I'm Alyson. I am 19 years old and looking for nanny positions! I have lived in Kalamazoo/Portage area my whole life, so I know the area pretty well. I currently work at Jimmy John's as a Driver/Inshopper, I have worked there for almost 2 years. I do have my license, so driving is no problem. I drive a 2009 Chevy...
Nevaeh D.
Kalamazoo, MI
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
I Have 1 Year Experience With Being A Nanny For 3 Kids. I Also Was A Cheer Coach For 2 Years.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as patient, outgoing, and supportive
I like working with kids because it gives not only the kids but also me a the opportunity to learn a lot of life lessons and skills.
I'm looking for a job that I can genuinely say that I enjoy.
I started working with kids when I was 16 years old.
In my spare...
I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old, when I received my Red Cross Certification. From helping with my younger sister to babysitting neighbors, I have had consistent jobs through high school and college.
America can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an art teacher in Lowell! I am available to babysit after school (Monday, Wednesday, Friday), evening or weekends.
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kristin S.
Kalamazoo, MI
$11-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Certified Babysitter - Much Experience With Children And Animals
I have taken and completed a red cross babysitting class. I am first aid certified. I have taken numerous courses on child development and behaviour. I have been employed at the YMCA since 2017 and have experience with infants to elementary age kids. I also have 4 dogs and 2 cats and have experience with birds as well and I am...
Kristin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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.