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60 babysitters are listed in Dowling, MI
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of September 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 8 years
Babysitters in Dowling, MI
Eliana B.
Dowling, MI
$17-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
I Am A Nurturing, Child Hearted Spirit Who Loves Helping Children Grow
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
In my early years, I babysat and nannied for families. I provided transportation for children, meals, and help with homework, and such, my first official job was as a camp counselor. In college, I started working at a summer camp, wherein only the next year I was co-coordinator of 50-60 4 to 6-year-old students and campers....
Eliana can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Eliana was a great sitter. Always on time, very nice, got along great with my child, willing to do whatever needed done. I loved her flexibility. Highly dfpendable."
Ashley H.
I am a mother of 4 grown children(I stayed home with them). I have taught preschool, cleaned houses and done in home health care. I'm looking for something to do a few days a week. I am outgoing, dependable and very efficient.
Kristie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
4.5
(6)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Nicole and I'm an energetic, creative, and hard-working person! I have worked in the medical field, but fell in love with childcare and worked with care. com for about 10 years. I have experience with all ages. I am CPR and AED certified.
My focus is on giving your child a safe, routine-focused, and creative...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nicole is absolutely amazing with my three toddlers. They all love her and she is available on short notice. We love her!"
Nicole C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I love kids and have had 20+ years of childcare experience. I have a 10-year-old who is the light of my life. We love to be outside in all seasons. Arts and crafts are my specialty. I'm passionate about having an un-plugged childhood. I've been a stay at home mom for 10 years, and ready to help out other families with their...
Angela can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Angela is hands on with the kids which is really appreciated! There's always a fear the kids will get sat in front of an electronic but not with Angie! She is very nice and sweet! We are happy to have her!"
Esmeralda S.
I have 40 years of experience. I can help with Cooking and Meal Preparation. I have many years of nanny sitter experience. I was a nanny to 6 ages 16 to new born. And nanny to three wonderful little girls 5 years to 8 months this lasted for four years until the dad got remarried.
I was a single mother to my son. He was in...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep
Carlee L.
Hastings, MI
$17/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, outgoing, and optimistic.
I like working with kids because they bring me so much joy. I believe that children can bring anyone happiness. Taking care of and teaching children is such a fulfilling time.
I started working with kids when I was 12. My first ever job was watching my...
Carlee can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I've been working with kids since I was 18! I have my degree in early childhood education and elementary education. I taught preschool and I will be teaching 3rd grade next year!
In my spare time, I like to be outside!
My skills include being energetic, having fun, and offering empathy.
Sammy C.
Hastings, MI
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
My name is Sammy, I am 19-year-old who is currently attending GVSU as a sophomore. I am involved in multiple clubs, enjoy the outdoors, love animals and being social. I have previous babysitting experience with kids ages 2 months-10 years old. I am a legally licensed driver with my own reliable car. I am able to clean, cook, do...
Sammy can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello
I'm Kris, and I have been nannying for the past 7 years. I've worked with newborns to school age. we play, sing, read, do art projects, and learn. work on colors, counting, and ABCs, but most of all, we just have fun. I have been working with kids for over 20 years. I love to watch them learn and grow. I love to help them...
Ayla K.
Hastings, MI
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love working with kids! I was a nanny for 3 children in Michigan, I' ve also worked at a daycare with kids ages 5-15 and have experience with children who have autism. I love the outdoors and going for walks. I love doing crafts as well!
Ayla can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm Elena.
I studied Early childhood education in Northern Mi and I'm certified in First Aid as well as CPR. I'm passionate about quality childcare and education.
I have 10+ years experience caring for children of all ages.
I'm looking forward to connecting with your family!
Elena can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Courtney. I have 8 years experience in babysitting and I have been employed with 2 Care. com families. I started babysitting after high school while working at a local pizzeria and attending a community college. I have experience with CPR, comfortable with pets, I do not smoke, and I am able to pick up/drop off...
Courtney can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Audrey V.
Hastings, MI
$16/hr • 6 yrs exp
Recent Highschool Grad. Great With Kids. Lots Of Experience. Safe Driver, And CPR Certified.
I started babysitting in 2018 for multiple families. I have worked for very large families and small families with special needs children.
My top 3 child care skills:
I am very creative at coming up with fun ways to entertain children that involve learning and being active!
I am patient and can meet any child where they are at...
Skills:
First Aid
Jill H.
Hastings, MI
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have experience working with special needs, pets, and seniors. I can handle medication, meal prep and light housework. I love experiencing new activities, crafting, outside and indoor playtime with children. I am a pure pet lover, am capable of pet sitting, walking and overnight stays. I enjoy listening to your grandparents or...
My name is Heather and I am a 47-year-old married mother of two boys. When my first son was born I quit my job and stayed home for 10 years. My husband is a school teacher and basketball coach. Our family is very involved in the basketball program. I went to work at a credit union for six years but it just wasn't fulfilling my...
Heather can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Caitlin F.
Battle Creek, MI
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been a babysitter for about 10 years. I've babysat children from the age of 5 months to 10 years. I enjoy working with them and I love to help.
Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Caitlin is great with children, loves to play with them and wants to teach some day. She is also good at following through on cooking or cleaning chores when asked. I know she graduated from Calhoun Christian School and is continuing her studies at KCC. She is...
Connie B.
Sierra H.
Plainwell, MI
$20-31/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sierra, I am 30 years old and I have over 15 years of experience working in childcare.
I have worked as a pre-K teacher as well as a live in/ live out nanny. I have experience with all age groups but most of my experience is with infants and toddlers. My certifications are up to date in CPR, First Aid, and...
Sierra can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sierra cared for our 8 month old daughter for 2 months in the summer of 2021. We had to be in LA for the summer, for work, and Sierra jumped right in and was a Godsend. She is amazing! And if we weren't moving 300 miles away, she would be our family's long-term...
Megan F.
Chloe C.
Battle Creek, MI
$10-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, fun, and knowledgeable.
I like working with kids because they are fun and I don't have kids if my own.
I started working with kids when I was 16. I worked with 2 special needs kids and a toddler after school. When I graduated high school I started working at a special needs school....
5.0
"Chloe was awesome with our crazy 2 year old girl. look forward to using her again and would definitely recommend."
Joshua T.
Hannah L.
Battle Creek, MI
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm Hannah, I stayed for the rest of my college career because I loved the children, parents, and job. I bring both energy and organization to childcare. I'm reliable, a little bit of a clean freak so trust me, ill do my part, have my own car, and am eager to help out with part-time or occasional care. Let's chat!
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Hannah has been our toddler son's nanny for over 8 months now. I have never had any worries regarding the level of care he is receiving while I am working. He is sad when she leaves so I know he enjoys his time with her!"
Alicia H.
Brianna M.
Battle Creek, MI
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I love kids, and love pets. I have my own car. I can do work around house and I'm a good cook! I'm currently attending college as a student at Spring Arbor University, and getting a secondary education math major. Currently only looking for summer jobs!
Brianna can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
5.0
"I have known Brianna for just under two years. Brianna and I attend the same church. She is a very sweet young lady, she is pleasant to be around. I have a two year old granddaughter who adores her. Breanna is very attentive to her even during meal time not...
Rebecca O.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Dowling, MI
Eliana B.
5.0
Eliana was a great sitter. Always on time, very nice, got along great with my child, willing to do whatever needed done. I loved her flexibility. Highly dfpendable.
- Ashley H.
Nicole V.
5.0
Nicole is great! She's flexible with times and understanding when things change last minute. She's been very sweet and attentive to our infant twin sons. From the moment she walked in my son was all smiles. She helps with any task we ask of her. She truly has been a God send!
- Angela G.
Angela S.
5.0
Angela is hands on with the kids which is really appreciated! There's always a fear the kids will get sat in front of an electronic but not with Angie! She is very nice and sweet! We are happy to have her!
- Esmeralda S.
Caitlin F.
5.0
Caitlin is great with children, loves to play with them and wants to teach some day. She is also good at following through on cooking or cleaning chores when asked. I know she graduated from Calhoun Christian School and is continuing her studies at KCC. She is very trustworthy and not a "party...
- Connie B.
Sierra H.
5.0
We were so lucky to have Sierra cared for our infant baby! She was very responsible, kind, punctual, professional, and experienced. She designed many sensory games to entertain our baby and helped her to explore the world. She insisted on tummy time practicing to ensure our baby achieved her...
- Jianrong W.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Dowling, MI:
How can I find a Dowling babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Dowling, 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 2 babysitters in Dowling, 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 Dowling, MI?
The average rate for Dowling, MI babysitters on Care.com is $16.50 per hour as of September 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 Dowling, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Dowling, 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.