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5.0
(1)
I am 24-year-old graduate student who has babysat for many years (including for my neighbors since I was about 12 years old). I was a nanny for a 10-year-old girl over a couple summers and have also done some overnights with her including caring for her diabetic dog, homework help, and meal prepping. I have also worked in...
Emie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Emie is a wonderful babysitter. She watched our 5yo twins, 1-2 days per week for 3-4 hours a day. She made them dinner, did homework with them, practiced piano with them, gave them baths, and got them ready for bed. Emie became a member of our family."
Ron S.
Jennae M.
Berrien Springs, MI
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Jennae and I am 24 years old! I've been on Care. com since I was 19 and have had about 6 or so jobs from here over the years caring for kids of all different ages, ranging from newborn to preteens. I had great experiences with all of them and the elderly lady I currently take care of is moving, so I'm looking to get...
Jennae can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Jennae's caring attitude and strong work ethic made for a fantastic caregiver for our six-month old. Had she not been relocating, we would have loved to have worked with her longer. Cannot recommend highly enough!"
Colin G.
Rachel T.
Granger, IN
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Rachel! I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Carpooling. I love to play outside and go on adventures with the kids while helping parents around the house. I have experience in a wide range of age groups!
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Rachel was our full time sitter last summer and she was such a gift to our family. She is responsible, communicative, flexible and fun! She went above and beyond to make connections with the kids and would show up to birthday parties, family events and extra...
Sarah T.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've recently cut back on hours at my full time job and am looking forward to picking up caring for kids again.
I nannied for several summers while in college, and out of college as well. I've cared for kids as young as infants up to 10 years old. During that time, I prepared meals for the kids, read to them, planned...
Naja can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We were so lucky to find Naja! She clearly loves babies, and she did a fantastic job putting our little to bed. We would love to have her back."
Arielle E.
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: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 children, both boys, ages 25 and 22. I have a degree in Elementary Education. I've taught 3-year-old preschool, 4-year-old preschool, Kindergarten, been a paraprofessional for grades 3-5, and am currently finishing up my job as a Nanny for 5-year-old twin girls that I've been with for the past 4. 5 years. They are...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Mary has been our nanny for almost 2 years now and the only way I can describe her is amazing. She is patient, kind, dependable, and dedicated. She goes above and beyond on a daily basis. I have two two-year-olds and they absolutely love her. She brings daily fun...
Brandy M.
I have been taking care of children for the past several years. I have volunteered in a church nursery for a few years taking care of infants and children up to 6 years old. I also have experience as a baby sitter for young children, and pre-teens. I enjoy doing activities with children, assisting with homework, making meals for...
I'm 27 yrs old. Newly married with a 6-year-old. I've been around children of all ages my whole life. I used to watch a 6 yr old and a newborn at the age of 15 over the summer. I did the cleaning, cooking, and laundry as well. I have 5 younger siblings from the ages of 7-12 yrs old which I usually end up watching for my parents....
Kristin can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
Brooke S.
Edwardsburg, MI
$18-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'll be a junior in college this fall (2024) at WMU majoring in Elementary Education to pursue a career in teaching. I'm available for date nights, evenings, and weekends year round! I also have some availability during the week in the daytime this summer. I've got 6+ years of experience and lots of references. I've watched kids...
Brooke can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
Ellie S.
Granger, IN
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I've been working with kids ever since I was 12. Babysitting or just watching my baby cousins have been such a important part of my life and encouraged me to become a teacher! I have student taught kindergarten-4th grade through my high school and loved ever moment of it! I am very energetic and looking to meet some new...
Alyssia B.
Benton Harbor, MI
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as calm, goofy, and nurturing.
I like working with kids because I love watching them learn and evolve. I feel like there's nothing better than being apart of that.
I'm looking for a job that I feel comfortable and happy to go to everyday.
I started working with kids when I finished my first year of...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Isabel K.
Lawton, MI
$13-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have been working with children for 7 years now. I started as a babysitter at 14. I also worked as a Co-op teacher for 2 years in high-school through a program called vo-tech.
My passion is working with elderly/children. I do have some college but never completely decided for sure what I want to do.
I have my high school...
Isabel can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She has a heart of gold very loving and caring with a deep understanding of feelings. Not everyone one can work and take care of people or animals but She is a natural. Spends TIME which is so important raised with loving animals too."
Cheryl S.
Hello, my name is Destiny! I graduated last December, and am now a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant. I have been a member of Care since 2018, which has helped me pave my way through undergrad. However, I was recently logged out of my old account and can't regain access. I am also the oldest of 5, with an age gap of 15...
Destiny can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hi! My experience includes providing care for children ages birth-11 years old. I worked as a daycare teacher in Mattawan for four years. The last one year as the lead teacher of the Toddler Room (ages 1/12-3). I am currently a nanny. I am CPR/AED/First-Aid certified. I'm in my sophomore year at GRCC majoring in elementary...
Jacy can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Three words I would use to describe my personality would have to be out going, caring, and leader. I am a nursing student at Saint Mary's. Growing up I would always babysit my younger cousins. I always enjoyed playing games with them. Recently I have enjoyed cooking dinner for my friends and I, reading, and going on sunset walks...
I have nearly 30 years experience working with children. I was previously a nanny to 4 children for 10 years. Spent many years as a veterinary assistant and zookeeper. And went back to working with children. I was a lead preschool teacher for 7 years. I am now a paraprofessional in special education, and hope to retire in this...
Kim can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Mia H.
Granger, IN
$24/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Mia and I love working with kids and just people in general!
I am CPR certified and have my bachelors in Psychology! I'm currently employed during the day as an RBT where I work with kids on the autism spectrum. I am also in school online to get my masters.
I have five years of experience working with...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am available for full time care starting in June could be earlier if needed
I have 10+ years experience and love working with kiddos and love pets.
I have been a full time nanny for a year for a family with 3 kiddos so multiple children does not matter to me.
I have also worked in childcare centers as an infant teacher...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Allison K.
Niles, MI
$13-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Allison. I'm a 20-year-old medical assistant. I have experience with littles as young as 3 months old up to 11 years old. I do have an up to date BLS certification. I can also help out with any chores around the house or with transportation if needed.
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Did a great job, responded well to our kid"
Care member
Lauren S.
Lawton, MI
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, everyone! I'm Lauren and I am a mom to a sweet 1-year-old baby girl. I love babies, kids, animals and everything in between. I enjoy keeping kids active and outside while teaching them daily manners and life skills. I love arts and crafts and keeping their hands busy. I have babysat for a couple of families in my past,...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Dowagiac, MI
Emie C.
5.0
Emie is a wonderful babysitter. She watched our 5yo twins, 1-2 days per week for 3-4 hours a day. She made them dinner, did homework with them, practiced piano with them, gave them baths, and got them ready for bed. Emie became a member of our family.
- Ron S.
Jennae M.
5.0
Jennae's caring attitude and strong work ethic made for a fantastic caregiver for our six-month old. Had she not been relocating, we would have loved to have worked with her longer. Cannot recommend highly enough!
- Colin G.
Rachel T.
5.0
Rachel was our full time sitter last summer and she was such a gift to our family. She is responsible, communicative, flexible and fun! She went above and beyond to make connections with the kids and would show up to birthday parties, family events and extra curricular events on her time off.
As a...
- Sarah T.
Naja W.
5.0
We were so lucky to find Naja! She clearly loves babies, and she did a fantastic job putting our little to bed. We would love to have her back.
- Arielle E.
Sierra W.
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 for the summer. She came in with a...
- Brittany L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Dowagiac, MI:
How can I find a Dowagiac babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Dowagiac, 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 3 babysitters in Dowagiac, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Dowagiac, MI?
The average rate for Dowagiac, MI babysitters on Care.com is $16.67 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 Dowagiac, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Dowagiac, 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.