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170 babysitters are listed in Detroit, MI
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Detroit, MI
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone!
I'm a babysitter for the Metro-Detroit area. I am an experienced educator with degrees from Rice University in Political Science and Managerial Studies. I fluently speak Chinese and I've been babysitting since I was 16 years-old and I've had CPR training (three times). I've been professionally care giving at least...
Camille can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Camille arrives ahead of time and her Communication is excellent. She is dependable and trustworthy. I never worry when she watches my young son. "
Chanelle J.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Rachel and I am 27 years old. I studied studied at the University of Michigan, c/o 2018. I am an aunt to eight beautiful nieces and nephews. Growing up, I babysat and tutored other children in our community, as well as my own nieces and nephews.
My family temporarily housed foster children and I was able to help...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Rachel was a fantastic sitter for our two boys (2.5 years and 6.5 months). She was clearly comfortable caring for the baby and playing with the toddler at the same time. Our oldest really enjoyed playing with her. We've never had a babysitter before and Rachel was...
Kayla B.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I'm Alano, and I'm completely aware of the idea that men are NOT good babysitters. But, as a man who has the privilege of being an older cousin and uncle, I disagree! Care does not come with what you are, but who you are!
As an animation major, I probably know more about your child's favorite cartoons than they do! I...
Alano can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Alano has been a lifesaver ever since started caring for my 17 month old son. He is active, cautious, kind and high energy. He has become part of our family and my son loves him so much. "
Sarah T.
Levita C.
Detroit, MI
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Or Full Time Caregiver Available To Babysit And Care For Children
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone, I'm a loving and honest person who has several years of experience caring for toddlers, preteens and teenagers. I've babysat for family members as well as other families in the Detroit metro area. I've provided care giving services to children who have ASD, ADHD, who are speech impaired, mentally impaired,...
Levita can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Levita in the fall of 2019 and she has been with us since. She helps us in so many ways with our children, dogs and in our home. She is a major factor in helping our family run and function smoothly with our busy schedules. Levita is kind, patient,...
Karen P.
5.0
(17)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Hailey and I am looking for a committed full time nanny role. I previously ran a licensed in home daycare for 12 capacity.
I am a career nanny and am passionate about what I do. I create magic, cook, clean, provide school work help and many things in between. Just ask:)
I am CPR+First Aid Certified (which...
Hailey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hailey was great! I'm at stay at home mom and home school our 6 year old son. He hasn't been in the care of someone else other than family in a very long time. We were worried about separation anxiety. However, our son instantly liked Hailey! During our interview...
Miranda Z.
Heaven A.
Detroit, MI
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have a great deal of experience babysitting and tutoring. I have worked with children with special needs such as autism, and have tutored in ESL, basic reading, writing, math, and science. Some of the activities I love to do with kids are telling stories, arts and crafts, and dance parties! I have also been extremely...
Heaven can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Heavenlee cared for my two boys for a few years, and we could not have been happier. She was always on time, high energy, and happy to work with our family. She made sure the boys were entertained, active, and most importantly, safe. I highly recommend Heavenlee to...
Monique S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have 6 years of childcare experience, from babysitting and nannying, being an aba technician, to being the director at a summer camp. I have worked with children between the ages of 4 months old and 13 years old, and love to come up with new ways to entertain them. I am currently the nanny for a wonderful family with a...
Alivia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She took my child to the park, on walks, did crafts. She also helped my child learn ABC's, colors and counting. "
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Kylie W. I am an English speaking Nanny and I have 9 years of experience. I started off babysitting for family when I was 12 and since then I have worked for family friends, in daycares, and in private homes. I am kind, gentle, reliable, and caring. I have references I can provide and a reliable vehicle as well. My...
Kylie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Kylie was amazing. My 3 boys can chew up and spit out a sitter and they LOVED Kylie. "
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Crystal O.
Detroit, MI
$25-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've always had a knack for caring for children. As a child, I would spend hours playing with my younger siblings and neighborhood kids. I was drawn to childcare work through my previous babysitting roles, which gave me the opportunity to positively impact children's lives.
I'm known for my calm demeanor, creativity, and...
5.0
"I would definitely hire her again."
Jaenille L.
5.0
(1)
Hello! :) My name's Kelly. I used to babysit in New York City through my college's babysitting agency I've babysat regularly for children (one and multiple) age ranges from 3 months to 10 years of age. I have also been an Au pair for two children for a couple of weeks. Happy to provide references.
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"I've known Kelly for 5+ years now. While she lived in New York City, she regularly babysat for my two children, ages 2 and 5. Kelly routinely traveled with my kids in NYC to parks, restaurants, etc. as well as providing child care while my wife and I were out and...
Michael K.
Johanna S.
Detroit, MI
$18-31/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.3
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Johanna and I am a junior student attending Wayne State University studying elementary education. I have 8 years of babysitting experience and 4 years of nannying. I have watched infants to teenagers. I am willing to cook and clean while sitting. I am energetic, creative, love playing with children, and truly have...
Johanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Johanna was great! Punctual, engaged, my kid loved her, didn't bail when I sent the booking for the wrong day :D. "
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Breanna W.
Detroit, MI
$20-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Breanna, and I am a dedicated 26-year-old caregiver with a recent move back to the Detroit area from Tampa, Florida. I bring over seven years of experience working with individuals across all ages, from newborns to teens, as well as children with special needs and elderly adults. I am known for my reliability,...
Breanna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Absolutely great person to entrust your loved ones with. She is punctual, responsible and very communicative. I would highly recommend her!"
Brian P.
Karen W.
Detroit, MI
$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Karen and I am 56 years of age. I am a very hard worker, very energetic and very reliable. I have five girls of my own of which one I adopted at the age of 9 years old who is now 29 years of age. It was a very challenging journey being a single parent but with the help of God, I was blessed. I was also a foster mom...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Karen is a very caring person. She loves to take care of people and loves to work."
Kemoye K.
5.0
(4)
Hi, My name is Dionna I am 24. I am a college graduate from Eastern Michigan University I have a bachelor's in Social Work! I am currently a Middle School Teacher at a Charter School in Harper Woods, Michigan. I have experience in teaching Math, Technology, and English! I have professional references from professors, staff at a...
Dionna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Dionna was very pleasant, my 3-year-old daughter loved her. She was dedicated and punctual. She suggested and implemented learning activities daily. She cared for my daughter for a year and a half before I sent her to preschool. Would definitely recommend!"
Dominique R.
Grace N.
Detroit, MI
$22/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Grace, Im 24 and have a degree in psychology which has helped me understand children developmentally. I am happy to help with homework and housework and can cook if needed. I also love to entertain and interact with kids. They will be safe with me I am CPR and first aid certified. I have 7 years of experience with...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very honest and dependable! My boys really appreciated Grace ! Was sad she moved away and we would recommend her for your child care !!"
Al S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As the oldest of 5 kids, and aunt to 12 I have been caring for children since I was very young. During my teen years I often cared for friends, and family's children from 1 child, up to 10 at times.
During my adults years I have worked:
-2 years as the primary nanny for a family. The children were 4, and 8 months.
-5 summers as...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Reliable and dependable. Good with my kids. Would hire again. "
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John C.
Detroit, MI
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Available For Part Time Child Care For Sitting And Transportation
5.0
(1)
I'm a hard working gentlemen who is retired. I provide transportation and sitting services to young children and teenagers. I am easy going with a great personality who is honest and I work well with children. My additional skills are meal preparation and cleaning. I enjoy cooking.
John can also help with: Travel, carpooling
5.0
"John C was very pleasant, easy going and he had a great personality. He transported school age children to and from school with no issues or concerns. I would definitely hire him again for services."
Levita C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I absolutely love the kids! I have been caring for children since I was in about elementary or middle school because I have a lot of younger cousins and siblings. I will make sure my little ones eat, have playtime, do their homework or at least learn something every day. Children are full of life and I love to watch them grow up...
Raynisha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is a caring, responsible, and very smart young lady."
Johnetta P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello I am a certified Caregiver with experience in caring for elderly people with disabilities. I also have taken care of children and infants and I am CPR certified!
I'd describe my personality as Kind, Empathetic, & Professional.
I like working with kids because they are carefree and I can conform to different personalities...
Tantre can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tantre was fantastic with our little one! She was on time, kind, and very responsive to our little one's needs. I highly recommend her!"
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Jamyelia B.
Detroit, MI
$17-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jamyelia and seeking my next nanny opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in Detroit Mi. As the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. So, naturally, I turned to childcare as a profession at the age of 9, and I've never looked...
5.0
"Jamyelia has been caring for my one year old daughter during the week while I work. She communicates really well, and is always punctual. She is sure to set boundaries for my toddler, in a respectful way, which is great. She also does a great job with my daughter’s...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Detroit, MI
Camille P.
5.0
Camille is so wonderful! She has taken care of my kids before and after school for the last year. She is capable, smart, kind; a natural teacher. My kids listen to her, and she always has important things to say.
- Colby H.
Rachel B.
5.0
We had a great experience with Rachel last week. We were in from out of town and she sat for us with our 9 year old, 4 year old, and 6 month old. She managed them all in a hotel room nonetheless! She was incredibly kind, caring, sweet, easy to communicate with, and overall a lovely person. I would...
- Maureen M.
Alano C.
5.0
Alano was an exceptional babysitter! He is incredibly professional, and both of our children—aged 2 and 7—had such a great time with him. They adjusted quickly to a new sitter, which speaks to how well he connects with kids. Alano was punctual, communicated clearly, and made sure everything ran...
- Care member
Levita C.
5.0
We hired Levita in the fall of 2019 and she has been with us since. She helps us in so many ways with our children, dogs and in our home. She is a major factor in helping our family run and function smoothly with our busy schedules. Levita is kind, patient, organized, sets and keeps limits,...
- Karen P.
Hailey G.
5.0
Hailey is wonderful! She is always on time, super fun with the kiddos, easy to communicate with and reliable. We are so lucky to have found her!
- Hilary S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Detroit, MI:
How can I find a Detroit babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Detroit, 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 170 babysitters in Detroit, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Detroit, MI?
The average rate for Detroit, MI babysitters on Care.com is $18.04 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 Detroit, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Detroit, 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 Detroit, MI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Detroit, MI are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 89 reviews of the 170 listed babysitters.