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Babysitters in Alanson, MI

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Abigail P.


Alanson, MI

$16-50/hr3 yrs exp

My Name Is Abigail, And Nothing Makes Me Happier Than Children :)

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I'd describe my personality as shy but very funny and kind once you get to know me I like working with kids because I feel like I'm a child at heart and playing or just being with children isn't a job, it's like having a day off but more fun. I'm looking for a job that has a positive honest environment I started working with...
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Jamie F.


Petoskey, MI

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Caring Nanny With A Huge Heart

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a patient, caring, easy going and responsible person. I have had 4 years of experience with children ages 2 months to 10-years-old. I have worked at a nature based preschool, have been a babysitter for multiple families and worked at a local animal shelter (ltbhs). I am comfortable with pets. Disney is my life so I'm...
Jamie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jamie was great! She was on time and worked really well with my son. He was teething and she handled his cranky attitude really well. She was great! "

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Dasha E.


Petoskey, MI

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 29 years old, and have a 3-year-old daughter! I have my Early Childhood Education degree, and was a lead teacher in an infant room. If interested shoot me a message.
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Dasha is my daughter. She loves children and you would never find a more caring and attentive babysitter!"

Linda L.

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Janette B.


Petoskey, MI

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of children in a variety of settings (babysitting, pre school teacher, nanny, home day care) for over 25 years. I enjoy working with children of all ages, especially infants and toddlers. I am a mom of an exceptional 17-year-old daughter and 3 young adult step daughters. I have many area references and a...
Janette can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Such a nice calm presence about her with children and adults. Very kind. Very trusting. Great with kids of any age. Very dependable. Plays very well with children. I like that I did not find her to be on her phone frequently or social media etc. You will not find...

Jill B.

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Amanda C.


Harbor Springs, MI

$14-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am currently working away from Harbor Springs and won't be back in the area until early September. I have a range of caring for children experience from babysitting to summer camps. I started babysitting when I was in high school for many different families, I worked at summer camps for 14 summers, and I work for Royal...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Amanda while visiting Lake Arrowhead for a wedding weekend. She was excellent and we would definitely hire her again. She was very organized, provided a written review of her time with our daughter and happily accommodated our requests. She's a pro!"

Kelly I.

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April B.


Petoskey, MI

$18-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hello, my name is April. I am 22 years old and have been babysitting since I was 14. I enjoy working with kids and am able to help meal prep as well as light housekeeping. I am comfortable watching multiple kids ages 1 and up and do not mind helping out with homework. Able to work any weekdays from 6:00am-6 p.m.
April can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kayla P.


Petoskey, MI

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Kayla and I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 and I am currently 24. I was apart of the non profit organization called The Young Americans for 4 years where I traveled internationally teaching music and performing to kids and adults of all ages. My last two jobs were an assistant teacher in a pre-k...
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Gay H.


Petoskey, MI

$23-30/hr20 yrs exp

Teacher, Childcare & Educational Services, Field Trips & Nature Excursions

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a retired teacher providing in-home childcare and educational curricula services. My experiences have included working with both general education and special needs students. I lead a healthy, active lifestyle and enjoy planning engaging enrichment activities, nature excursions, field trips and participating in...
Gay can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Hayley F.


Petoskey, MI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/babysitter - Northern Michigan

Hello! My name is Hayley and I grew up in Petoskey but spent the last 8 years in Chicago. I have experience in overnight and longer term child care, special needs, food allergies, non- verbal and infants. I love spending time outside and making a positive influence on tiny humans lives, as I am unable to have kids of my own. I...
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Kendra H.


Petoskey, MI

$30-36/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kendra. I graduated from Northern Michigan University with a major in Spanish and pre-medicine, and a minor in chemistry. My caregiving journey began at 12 and has grown into a fulfilling career. I've worked as a live-in nanny, professional nanny, tutor, and educator at a private high school. In addition to my...
Kendra can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kaycee D.


Petoskey, MI

$12-17/hr1 yrs exp

I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am also studying child psychology in college.
Kaycee can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
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Maddie D.


Petoskey, MI

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

About Me!

Hi there! I absolutely love working with kids and babies. I love their playfulness and energy and being someone who can care for them and support them. I am CPR certified for both infants and children. I have had experience with childcare including both infants and children. Feel free to let me know if you have any...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sarah S.


Petoskey, MI

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter

In my old hometown, I used to babysit for about four years. I love kids and remember what it was like to be babysat. :)
Sarah can also help with: Travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sheilah T.


Harbor Springs, MI

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Of Life Sitter :)

Hi, my name is Sheilah and I have over 20 years of experience taking care of individuals ranging from newborn to the elderly. I'm a positive and energetic mother of three and grandmother to two grandchildren. My passion is watching and teaching kids about this fantastic world around us. I grew up taking care of children with...
Sheilah can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
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Holly J.


Petoskey, MI

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience!

I'd describe my personality as calm, creative, and compassionate. I got my first babysitting job when I was 11 (I know- I cannot imagine leaving my daughter with someone that young!) and I've always loved it. I feel most comfortable in caretaking roles, and as a step mom, I know how hard it can be to find a reliable sitter who...
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Tori F.


Petoskey, MI

$21-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Tori and I am looking for a part-time nanny job as of now. I am currently recovering from Lyme so a part-time position would fit my lifestyle a little bit better! I'm creative, kind, considerate, patient and loving!! I adore children and try to be very intentional and present!! Little bit about me- I moved back...
Tori can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Michelle S.


Petoskey, MI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been babysitting for families in the Northern Michigan area since high school. I love to do outdoor activities, playing with pets, listening to music, crafts, and games while babysitting! I am a Central Michigan University graduate with a degree in Elementary Education. I was a teacher in Alaska, New Mexico and at...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Martyna K.


Petoskey, MI

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as empathetic, humble and patience I started working with kids when I was 16 years old. Vacation work and after full time nanny. In 2022 I graduated nursing school in Poland. In my spare time, I like to cooking, listening to music, spending time with my family and friends, doing all outdoors...
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Lindsey M.


Petoskey, MI

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lindsey. I have many years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have a Bachelors Degree in Education and have cared for children ages newborn-12 years old. I have been a camp counselor for two summers, an assistant teacher at some day cares and preschools in Petoskey and Harbor Springs. I have eight...
Lindsey can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Amelia L.


Petoskey, MI

$18-50/hr6 yrs exp

Nurturing Nanny And Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have been watching children for over 5 years and have been nannying for 2! I take pride in what I do and ensure that each child feels safe and nurtured. I love incorporating life skills into projects such as crafts and baking! I can't wait to meet you and your family :)

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Alanson, MI

Jamie F.

5.0

Jamie was great! She was on time and worked really well with my son. He was teething and she handled his cranky attitude really well. She was great!

- Care member

Dasha E.

5.0

Dasha is my daughter. She loves children and you would never find a more caring and attentive babysitter!

- Linda L.

Janette B.

5.0

Janette took excellent care of our 11 month old son for daycare in our home. Reliable, easy to communicate with, and left notes on how each day went! We have a full house of three dogs and a cat and she was accommodating to their energy too! I would recommend her to anyone looking for someone to...

- Rachel B.

Amanda C.

5.0

We hired Amanda while visiting Lake Arrowhead for a wedding weekend. She was excellent and we would definitely hire her again. She was very organized, provided a written review of her time with our daughter and happily accommodated our requests. She's a pro!

- Kelly I.

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