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60 babysitters are listed in Buchanan, MI
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Buchanan, MI
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a full time nanny. I am 25 and I have been babysitting since I was 13. I have worked with all ages of children before infants up to teens. I have also worked with twins and autistic kids as well. My past experience includes: multiple babysitting and nanny jobs, caring for my own 5 younger siblings, refereeing children's...
Elise can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
CNA
CPR
5.0
"We love Elise , she has been a blessing to our family and has helped us so much . The kids love her . She is reliable and is always there for us❤️❤️❤️❤️"
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Gabriella M.
Mishawaka, IN
$22-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Gabriella and I'm currently a full-time student. I have three younger sisters ages 13, 17, and 18. I also have a little brother who will be turning 3 in August. I have plenty of experience with children ages ranging from newborn-18. I love to read and do crafty activities!
5.0
"Gabby helped our family with after-school pick up and care for our preschool daughter and elementary son. She is bubbly and up for whatever the day had in store. Very reliable and comfortable with our kids in a quick amount of time. She is comfortable watching kids...
Casey M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there parents! I am Jordyn and I'm 22 years old. I have over 5 years of experience with babysitting. I have two years of experience with working in a daycare and three years of experience nannying. I absolutely adore kids and love watching/helping them grow in life. References available upon request. I am CPR certified. I...
Jordyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jordyn was wonderful, I posted a job very last minute as I had to go into the office on a Saturday while my husband was traveling. Jordyn was super flexible with my last minute request and agreed to take care of my 6 month old at my office while I worked. My baby...
Katherine P.
Skyler P.
Niles, MI
$16/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello , my name is Skyler and I am a 18 years old. I love the outdoor and I am filled with joy and lots of energy. I have been babysitting since I was only 13 and have a huge passion to work with kids in the future . I plan on going into the nursing field to hopefully become a neonatal intensive care nurse. I do have my CPR and...
5.0
"I hired Skyler for my daughter, She was great with her. She is very professional and has a calm and positive energy. "
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5.0
(15)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is U'Nique and I am a 25-year-old South Bend, IN resident. I was born in Fort Wayne, but grew up in South Bend and was blessed with the opportunity to start babysitting at a very young age for my neighbors and friends of my parents.
My particular experience with "babysitting" turned into a long-term position...
Unique can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Unique was sweet, communicative, and trustworthy. She was very sweet to our children and was also flexible to stay later than originally planned. We’ll definitely seek out Unique next time we’re in South Bend."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Dedicated early childhood educator for 6+ years. Passionate in early childhood education and the importance of developing the foundation for early learning. Graduated with a Bachelor's of Science in Early Childhood Education B-K & Special Education in May of 2024. Achieving a Teaching License June of 2024. Looking to open my own...
Noemi can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ann S.
Benton Harbor, MI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 3 and my youngest just went off to college. I have flexibility of when I can help out including daytime hours, when needed.
Ann can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ann is amazing. She's a part time nanny for us and is extremely kind and patient with our toddler. She loves doing art projects with the kids, often taking them on adventures and playing outside. She's been a wonderful influence in our home - both on the kids AND...
Leah P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of littles for almost 10 years now. I've worked with a wide range of personalities and ages (4m+). Some things I value as a caregiver include: time outdoors, hands on practical life skills, nurturing focus and attention span, practice with boundaries & autonomy, positive reinforcement with mindful...
Sierra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Eliza nannied for our 2 children this past summer (ages 3 and 7). The kids love her. I say love, because she still sees them when she visits home! We were so sad when she moved, but were happy to see her follow her passions. She was such an asset to our family...
Brittany L.
Ayanna M.
South Bend, IN
$19-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience at being an lead infant toddler teacher and still currently teaching as a sub to certain daycares. I have an 8yr old son who's super energetic so he keeps me on my toes. I got my bachelors in recreational therapy, I chose that major for my son who was diagnosed with autism and I wanted to understand...
5.0
"Ayanna is an asset to our household and we are sad to see her go. Under her care our children have loved every moment with her. They look forward to the days she came in, and enjoyed going on adventures and learning more with her.
She will be greatly missed and we...
Heather M.
Destiny C.
Mishawaka, IN
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Caring And Patient Sitter Ready To Make Your Life Easier :)
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as loving, caring and outgoing.
I like working with kids because it's amazing to be apart of helping and watching them grow into their best little selves.
I started working with kids when I was in High school and then also during college. I worked a total of 6 plus years in a professional setting,...
5.0
"We needed someone for a last minute night out, luckily Destiny responded very fast and helped us out."
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Brandi F.
South Bend, IN
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello :) I bond well with the children as well as the parents. I specialize in Notre Dame weekends for families that come from out of town! I try to follow the parents guidelines for how they like their children to be watched to the best of my ability. I am more than willing to help clean up the house while the child is napping...
Brandi can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Brandi kept me updated the entire time she had my little one which I appreciated very much. "
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Meg S.
South Bend, IN
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Fun-loving, responsible, and experienced nanny and babysitter looking for a part-time position until late July near South Bend. I have 7+ years of experience caring for children: I have worked as a nanny to infants and toddlers ages 0-3, a babysitter to children ages 10 and under, and a speech therapist (SLPA) to over 175...
Meg can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Meg is such a joy to be around and jumped right in to help us with our little one.
She documents the day and shares the happenings and pictures so we know how things went. She is teaching our daughter new things everyday.
I'm happy we found each other!"
Heather S.
Victoria P.
Saint Joseph, MI
$11-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, creative, and outgoing
I love working with kids because I'm experienced and always have such a good relationship with children. I grew up watching the kids in Sunday school and helping out in my mothers classroom. I was even a teacher cadet in a kindergarten classroom my senior year of...
5.0
"We were so happy to have Victoria watch our kids at our cottage in Sawyer. She was on time, brought some fun activities for the kids, and very outgoing. She jumped right in and starting interacting with the kids right away. We look forward to calling having her...
Cerena K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Addy, I'm 26 and graduated from Michigan State University in 2020.
So far I have nannied for 2 different families. My first family I was watching a little boy starting at 3 months up until he was 7 months, and my second family I watched a 2-year-old boy for 6 months. I also have a 3. 5-year-old niece who I watch...
Adeline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Addy watched my infant from about 3-6 months old. She moved out of the area so we had to say goodbye to her. Addy was so incredibly helpful. She is truly amazing as a nanny!! I have an infant and 3 crazy dogs and she handled it all so well. She’s super engaging...
Laurie A.
4.6
(9)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have a passion to work with kids, I recently worked in Pediatrics and Labor and Delivery in a hospital. I am a very outdoorsy, fun, love to learn type nanny. Love to read to kids, play pretend, arts and crafts and explore outside. I have experience with all different types of specialties medically and experience with...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"We were so incredibly lucky to find Katie when we were looking for childcare for our son! She and her family have been AMAZING with our son and have treated him like one of their own family. She is so kind, patient, reliable, flexible and fun. Her house is clean &...
Mitch S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm passionate about helping children grow and develop, and I have 8 years of childcare experience. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing all sorts of games with kids. I'm also comfortable enforcing household rules and following the parents' lead.
l'm happy to assist with cooking, meal preparation, carpooling,...
Blaine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Blaine used to babysit for my sister all the time and was always super flexible and easy-going!"
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Kasey R.
South Bend, IN
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have great experience with toddlers as well as older children, I was a nanny for 2 years with a family of 2 children as well as taking care of my own nieces and nephews!
I'd describe my personality as humorous, motivated, and well communicated.
5.0
"LOVED working with Kasey. You can count on her to show up everyday and was an overall joy to be around. She works very well with kids which was great! Mine love her so much. Highly recommend Kasey! "
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Emma B.
Niles, MI
$15-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
I'm currently a nanny right now. I'm nannying a 3-year-old and a 8-month-old. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old. I previously worked at an in home daycare and was in the infant room/ toddler room. I had ages 4 months- 3-year-old's by myself. I attended college for about a year and a half and decided I wanted to...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Rachel F.
South Bend, IN
$13/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have been a caregiver for my mom for as long as I can remember. I took care of her medical, bathing, feeding, cleaning, finances if needed, medicines, appointments, etc. I have a lot of experience with caregiving. I am also currently a caregiver for my sister in law.
There are 2 kids that live in the same house, I watch...
Rachel can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Lily B.
Granger, IN
$18-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Lily and I currently am a Senior at Grand Valley State University studying elementary education, and will be graduating in April! I absolutely love children and have worked with them for many years including babysitting, nannying, teaching dance classes, as well as working inside elementary classrooms. I have...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Buchanan, MI
Elise L.
5.0
We love Elise , she has been a blessing to our family and has helped us so much . The kids love her . She is reliable and is always there for us❤️❤️❤️❤️
- Care member
Gabriella M.
5.0
Gabby helped our family with after-school pick up and care for our preschool daughter and elementary son. She is bubbly and up for whatever the day had in store. Very reliable and comfortable with our kids in a quick amount of time. She is comfortable watching kids while parents work from home and...
- Casey M.
Jordyn M.
5.0
Jordyn is the best! She’s a great communicator, my kids love her and she’s flexible!
- Care member
Skyler P.
5.0
I hired Skyler for my daughter, She was great with her. She is very professional and has a calm and positive energy.
- Care member
Unique B.
5.0
Unique way great. She was able to babysit my 2-year old at last minutes notice. She also kept me updates with my son. Would highly recommend Unique.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Buchanan, MI:
How can I find a Buchanan babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Buchanan, 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 6 babysitters in Buchanan, 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 Buchanan, MI?
The average rate for Buchanan, MI babysitters on Care.com is $16.50 per hour as of April 2025. 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 Buchanan, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Buchanan, MI through Care.com. As of 2025, 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 Buchanan, MI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Buchanan, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.