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163 babysitters are listed in Detroit, MI
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Tamia, I'm 30 years old and a mother of two beautiful toddlers. Ive been a nanny for 12years now. I love being a nanny. I have experience with children from ages newborn-13years of age, meal preparation, light homecleaning, bottle feeding, pamper changing, creating fun activities, educational learning, I'm also a...
Tamia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She's been my son's nanny since he was 1 and he absolutely loves her. He's moving on to school now but we absolutely loved her. She taught him so much and took great care of him. We definitely will be calling her still for date nights. She's loving, trustworthy and...
Brittany A.
5.0
(4)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Crisdayona. I go by Cris, I am a loving mother of an 13-year-old. Taking care of children has always been a huge passion of mines. I love going on outings & enjoying the outdoors. Learning is a big part of my everyday life as well as teaching, I have a passion for helping, nurturing & loving others. There is some...
Crisdayona can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Crisdayona did a great job babysitting my 5-year old son. She came over to meet my son and talk with me prior to coming to babysit, which allowed me to get to know a little more about her. She was professional and I will hire her again."
Shontae O.
5.0
(9)
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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Alano is wonderful! He has been watching our sons (ages 5 and 2) once a week while we are at work, and we are so happy we hired him! He is very respectful, is always on time, and is a great communicator. Our sons, who have a ton of energy, love playing with him;...
Rebecca R.
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:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
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
(1)
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, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Alivia to help with my 3 year old daughter and she has been nothing short of amazing. When the sitter we had lined up bailed on us two days prior to her start date, Alivia was available to interview and start immediately. She has been extremely flexible...
Elisa W.
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: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
3.0
"Stopped coming without informing us"
Jannatul F.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dionna is amazing. She is very professional, polite and cares deeply for the work she does!"
Jade W.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep
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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, empathetic, and open-minded.
I like working with kids because they provide a fun energy to be around, and it is the most rewarding feeling to be able to set a good example for such young, impressionable minds.
I started "working" with kids at age 13, when my two younger sisters were born....
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kira looked after my 20-month old and 3-year old. She was dependable, caring, and communicative."
Leah P.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Frieda and I'm currently a student at Wayne State University with dreams of becoming a pediatrician with a concentration in obstetrics! Working with children is something I have always enjoyed doing and have been doing since I was about 14! I have experience working with children of all ages and am fun (yet...
Frieda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Frieda babysat for us through much of the school year and is a wonderful caregiver. She is so great with my kids and I highly recommend her to any families looking for care."
Amanda C.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as understanding, playful, and caring
I like working with kids because because It's something I've wanted to do since a young.
I started working with kids when I was about 16. I also have experience with special needs. an I just love helping them grow.
In my spare time, I like to I read and do...
5.0
"She goes above and Beyond to make sure your needs are satisfied she answered all of my questions in a timely manner overall her service was excellent :)"
Shinikue M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Tenaisia and I'm in my junior year of college at Michigan State University so I can help out with just about all homework for any ages and if not me I can connect with someone who can I participated in activities such as robotics and dance and also did some environmental engineering community service so I am super...
Tenaisia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tenaisia is very responsible and reliable. I asked her to help me last minute when my babysitter was not available. She changed her schedule to accommodate me. She was excellent with my 7 and 14 year old sons and was able to set limits. She is fun also and has a...
Lisa L.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Greetings!
As much as I would love to spend more time with your family, I must work. Thus, I am unavailable for full-time and rigorous part-time positions. I'd love to be considered for evening/weekend support and your rotation of occasional sitters (date nights, errand runs, "me" time).
My greatest strengths are love and...
Carlena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carlena is extremely organized and creative with the activities she developed with my son and the other children that were in her care. She was responsible and caring and genuinely enjoyed him, becoming a member of our family!"
Joi T.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello families!
am an active, creative, reliable, patient, and fun caretaker for your children! I am now in my second year as a kindergarten teacher in Belleville MI.
I have had 8 years of combined education and experience with children aged 3 months to children with special needs aged 20+. I am also CPR and first aid...
Sofia can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Sofia has always impressed me with her zeal for life. She is honest, very responsible, eager to be helpful. It's a blessing to know her."
Paulette T.
5.0
(1)
I bring a wealth of experience and a genuine passion for childcare to the table. Born in the picturesque city of Chihuahua, Chihuahua, Mexico, I made my home in the United States after meeting my husband in Detroit, Michigan, in 1990. Together, we raised five exceptional children who have gone on to forge successful paths in...
Cristina can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Cristina looked after my two sons for 4 years. She is undeniably one of the best influences in their life. Her primarily language is Spanish and both my kids speak Spanish because of her. She was a light in our lives, kind, loving, hardworking and intelligent. We...
Nicole Z.
Emily M.
Detroit, MI
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello!
My name is Emma M. I have extensive childcare experience, and I have worked as a private nanny, as a nanny in a nanny-share situation, and as an assistant daycare teacher. I have experience caring for children from 6 weeks old to four years. I love working with children and it is my passion. I am currently in college...
Emily can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Emma is our toddlers best friend! She is reliable, attentive and is constantly engaged. Our son’s verbal command and overall development has just blossomed with Emma. We are so lucky to have her! "
Rebecca 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.
Tamia Y.
5.0
She's been my son's nanny since he was 1 and he absolutely loves her. He's moving on to school now but we absolutely loved her. She taught him so much and took great care of him. We definitely will be calling her still for date nights. She's loving, trustworthy and you never have to worry when your...
- Brittany A.
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.
Crisdayona J.
5.0
Crisdayona did a great job babysitting my 5-year old son. She came over to meet my son and talk with me prior to coming to babysit, which allowed me to get to know a little more about her. She was professional and I will hire her again.
- Shontae O.
Alano C.
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.
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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 163 babysitters in Detroit, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 $17.79 per hour as of January 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 Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Detroit, MI are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 51 reviews of the 163 listed babysitters.