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After school babysitters in Plainwell, MI
Rebekah H.
Plainwell, MI
$14-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Rebekah, and I have over 10 years of babysitting and nanny experience! I began as a mother's helper when I was 12 years old, and have since spent my time with children and families of all ages, from newborns to teens to multiple children. I have experience with homework help, rides to athletic practices and...
Rebekah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ryann G.
Otsego, MI
$11-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Ryann and 21 years old. I have an everyday job from 8-3, so if your looking for evening or weekend help, look no further. I am first aide and CPR certified, and I have a current background check and TV test that I can get copies of if needed. My senior year of high school (2012) I worked at a daycare. I also...
I have lots of experience with all ages of children! I love to keep them active playing games, going for walks or to the park, taking them to the zoo or beach! Any fun activities we can find! I am first aid, CPR and AED certified. I am currently a college student at KVCC. I would love to nanny or babysit for your little!
Rylee can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Nicole A.
Shelbyville, MI
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've always had a passion for caring for children, which led me to pursue a career as a childcare provider. With over a year of experience, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your little ones. I'm comfortable caring for up to two children, from infants to pre-teens.
I take...
Hello! My name is Lyrica and I'm a music major at a University currently. I have babysitting experience from high school, I mostly watched a girl who was 4 years old when I started watching her. She was so much fun to hang out with! I am very energetic and very dependable. I am a pro at making snacks and keeping kids...
Lyrica can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Alysa M.
Otsego, MI
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with three years of experience, I find great joy in supporting families and fostering children's development. My passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my natural ability to create a safe and nurturing...
Alysa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Alexandra P.
Richland, MI
$17-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My background in early childhood education, combined with my creative and imaginative personality, allows me to engage children in a fun and educational way. Whether we're playing board games, exploring the outdoors, or learning...
Clara B.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Clara! With over a decade of experience caring for children, both personally and professionally, I'm dedicated to creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for your little ones. I started babysitting at the age of 13 and have since expanded my experience by working with children and student ministries for the past...
Clara can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Destiny P.
Delton, MI
$10-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My Names Destiny And I'm Trying To Raise Money,and I Would Love To Do That By Kiddos Or Pets!
I'd describe my personality as Bubbly, Positive, gentle
I like working with kids because I want to become a teacher one day and I've grown up looking after and caring for many kids
I'm looking for a job that's fun and I'm also looking for anything I can do to help other people
I started working with kids when I was 11 I also...
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, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Olivia C.
Battle Creek, MI
$17/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Liv, and I am an experienced and passionate childcare provider with over seven years of experience working with children of all ages. Currently, I am a preschool teacher and a college student studying education. I love creating engaging, developmentally appropriate activities that support learning and...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"We have loved working with Olivia! She has always taken great care of our children. She’s often taken it upon herself to find a new learning opportunity with our kids. Olivia has always been punctual and willing to help on short notice as well. "
Care member
Chloe C.
Battle Creek, MI
$11-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, fun, and knowledgeable.
I like working with kids because they are fun and I don't have kids if my own.
I started working with kids when I was 16. I worked with 2 special needs kids and a toddler after school. When I graduated high school I started working at a special needs school....
5.0
"Chloe was awesome with our crazy 2 year old girl. look forward to using her again and would definitely recommend."
Joshua T.
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(3)
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, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
(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, craft assistance, meal prep, 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.
Eliana B.
Dowling, MI
$17-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
I Am A Nurturing, Child Hearted Spirit Who Loves Helping Children Grow
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
In my early years, I babysat and nannied for families. I provided transportation for children, meals, and help with homework, and such, my first official job was as a camp counselor. In college, I started working at a summer camp, wherein only the next year I was co-coordinator of 50-60 4 to 6-year-old students and campers....
Eliana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Eliana was a great sitter. Always on time, very nice, got along great with my child, willing to do whatever needed done. I loved her flexibility. Highly dfpendable."
Ashley H.
Joelle D.
Kalamazoo, MI
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
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, swimming supervision, meal prep
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.
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I'm a current 25-year-old stay at home mama to my 3-year-old daughter. And have a son on the way. I've always enjoyed childcare and have 6+years of experience ranging from centers to in home and also nannying. I took a few years off to peruse becoming a veterinary technician. After having my daughter I've come back to the...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Plainwell, MI
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.
Olivia C.
5.0
We have loved working with Olivia! She has always taken great care of our children. She’s often taken it upon herself to find a new learning opportunity with our kids. Olivia has always been punctual and willing to help on short notice as well.
- Care member
Chloe C.
5.0
Chloe was awesome with our crazy 2 year old girl. look forward to using her again and would definitely recommend.
- Joshua T.
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 Plainwell, MI
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Plainwell, MI?
You can review 1 after school babysitter profiles near you in Plainwell, 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 Plainwell, MI?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Plainwell, MI is $14.00. 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 Plainwell, 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 Plainwell, MI on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Plainwell, 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 Plainwell, MI can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Plainwell, 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 Plainwell, MI.