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86 babysitters are listed in Allendale, MI
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Allendale, MI
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 30 years old and have 3 boys of my own. Before having babies, I was a nanny for 5 years with more years of additional evening babysitting experience. I love children and am just looking for a little side gig! I'd be more than happy to help with your family :)
Meghan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love Meghan! She is always on time, if not early. Our 2 year old calls her "Bane" for some reason and asks for her as often as he does grandma and grandpa! She is very knowledgeable. She always has new advice or ideas for my 3 month old baby girl who seems to...
Alex Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an honors college student at GVSU majoring in Environmental Sustainability Studies with minors in Psychology and Applied Statistics. My college extracurriculars include marching alto saxophone in the Laker Marching Band and participating as a site leader in the club Alternative Breaks. Outside of school I enjoy...
Natalie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Natalie has been watching my son J since he was 2 years old. J is 5 now and he totally adores her. She is always on time, keeps her word and always does fun activities with him. I am a single dad with full custody of my son and Natalie was such a great find . She...
David M.
I'm Kylie and I am a junior at GVSU. I am looking to babysit occasionally, or fill my Mondays/Fridays starting in January and I won't have class.
I've been nannying for the last 4 summers, and I love it! I've also been babysitting for the last 10 years, and I am the oldest of four. I have experience with kids 0-18. I love to be...
Kylie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I graduated from Grand Valley State in 2021. I have experience babysitting all ages and I have always loved to babysit! I do work in education full time so I primarily am available nights and weekends.
Ellie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
I have extensive experience babysitting children between the ages of 0-10 for the past six years, and have loved every minute! I also have volunteered at several summer camps and Sunday school programs over the years. I am CPR certified and also a Certified Nursing Assistant, so you can be assured that your children are in good...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Hello, my name is Avery and I'd love to babysit for you! You can get a hold of me on Care. com with any questions you may have.
A little about me is I've been either camp counseling or babysitting since I was about 14 years old, I have a lot of knowledge with ASD(autism spectrum disorder), I can help with homework or anything...
Avery can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
My name is Molly, I am 18 years old and a freshman at GVSU. I have 4 years of experience with babysitting and I can also help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry.
Molly can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Elise! A little bit about me- I am currently a senior at GVSU pursing a major in both psychology, and non-profit administration. My passion for children originated when my beautiful triplet nieces were born. Through their births I was given the experience of dealing with multiples, and a child with disabilities. I...
Elise can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Gracie G.
Allendale, MI
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Babysitting service's available Tuesday & Thursday after 3 along with Saturdays!
Hi, I'm Gracie I'm majoring in criminal justice currently and I'm a straight A student attending grand valley! I have a passion for creating a safe, fun, and welcoming environment for your children! I'm experienced with children and also have taken...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ava H.
Allendale, MI
$15-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Ava! I have been babysitting regularly since I was 14 and I am American Red Cross certified! I have experience with all ages of children, from newborn babies to grade school children. I am currently a junior at Grand Valley State University and live in Allendale. Child care is not just a job but a source of...
Ava can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ava watched our two boys (3.5 & 5 months). She was very kind, professional and on time. She was undeterred when my oldest was clingy and shy to warm up. She also did a great job calming the baby whenever he’d fuss.
Would recommend!"
Brittany H.
Kaylee S.
Allendale, MI
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a student going for massage therapy and personal training. I am looking for occasional babysitting but I am open for anything and have a very flexible schedule. I have 5 years of experience babysitting. I was also a manager at the jump yard, a kids bounce house center, hosting parties and running...
Kaylee can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Looking for a part-time position!
Available between 6am-12 p.m.
Hi families! My name is Julia and I am 21 years old. I am currently a server in the evenings but just ended my full-time nanny for a 1. 5, 5, and 7-year-old, they transitioned their youngest to daycare this fall and will no longer needed me, so I am looking to...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Sydney R.
Allendale, MI
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Syd! So a little bit about me; I am currently studying Biomedical Sciences at Grand Valley intending on pursuing a career in medicine. Now that my schedule is less busy, I have the time to work and am excited to nanny/babysit for a family! I have previous experience watching kids ranging from 4-12, volunteer at...
Jenna F.
Allendale, MI
$17/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jenna, and I am in my second year of college right now. I'm planning to become a speech pathologist with a pediatric focus. When I'm not working on homework, I like to go to the gym and hang out with my friends. I am very responsible, independent, and have lots of experience with babysitting and nannying!
I am...
Jenna can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Abby B.
Allendale, MI
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi all! I'm going to be looking for work starting early December to make some money while in nursing school. At the end of this month I'll be moving back to Commerce from GR where I completed my first degree in biochemistry at GVSU. I have worked as a nurse tech for the last year and a half at Spectrum Health Butterworth and...
Abby can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Katarina L.
Allendale, MI
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I babysat for neighbors most weekends of my high school career and worked at a daycare the summer going into my senior year. I volunteered to help my hometown's elementary school for all 4 years of high school as well as participated in big brother big sisters.
I have grown up with 5 siblings and many cousins. Being around kids...
Hi, I'm Jaden (she/her).
I have lived in Grand Rapids since 2018. Over the years, I have obtained my undergraduate degree from GVSU in Social Work and grown to love this community.
Working with families is a passion of mine that I've pursued since the young age of 11 years old when I began babysitting.
I have had experience...
Jaden can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hello! My name is Aubray! I have babysit for kids for about 5 years that have been family, and non family as well! I babysat for my high school teachers twin girls over the summer, and partially into the school year, so I have experience with online learning a well! I go to college but we are online this year! I also was a nanny...
Aubray can also help with: Light cleaning
Brianna B.
Allendale, MI
$23/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started working with kids at a very young age. I am the oldest four kids so I spent a lot of time babysitting my younger siblings. When I got older, I began babysitting every weekend for different families and have always enjoyed it!
Azha R.
Allendale, MI
$18-50/hr • 14 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as energetic, welcoming and professional
I love kids! Growing up with four siblings, I've cared for them all my life, learning patience and creativity. Babysitting throughout high school for ages 0-15 has deepened my passion and skills for child care. I also do community service for children at my...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Allendale, MI
Meghan R.
5.0
We love Meghan! She is always on time, if not early. Our 2 year old calls her "Bane" for some reason and asks for her as often as he does grandma and grandpa! She is very knowledgeable. She always has new advice or ideas for my 3 month old baby girl who seems to avoid sleep like the plague. She was...
- Alex Z.
Natalie C.
5.0
Natalie has been watching my son J since he was 2 years old. J is 5 now and he totally adores her. She is always on time, keeps her word and always does fun activities with him. I am a single dad with full custody of my son and Natalie was such a great find . She has been nothing short of amazing in...
- David M.
Ava H.
5.0
Ava watched our two boys (3.5 & 5 months). She was very kind, professional and on time. She was undeterred when my oldest was clingy and shy to warm up. She also did a great job calming the baby whenever he’d fuss.
Would recommend!
- Brittany H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Allendale, MI:
How can I find a Allendale babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Allendale, MI can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 86 babysitters in Allendale, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Allendale, MI?
The average rate for Allendale, MI babysitters on Care.com is $15.98 per hour as of December 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Allendale, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Allendale, MI through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Allendale, MI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Allendale, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 86 listed babysitters.