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129 babysitters are listed in East Lansing, MI
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in East Lansing, MI
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madeline I've been babysitting since I was 12 and absolutely love kids. In high school, I babysat regularly for a 6-year-old, then when I started college, I began nannying part-time and babysitting for multiple families with ages ranging from nine months to 12 years old. Additionally, I have four years experience...
Madeline can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We interviewed Madeline and she presented herself very well. She is very mature, has extensive work experience and she loves children. We felt we could trust Madeline from the start and sensed that the kids would have fun with her. We will be keeping her...
Allison F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Lydia. I've been a caregiver with kids for around 7 years, and would love to meet your family!
I have experience with children ages 1< - 13. I am currently a full time college student at Michigan State University, and work part-time as a paralegal. I gained a lot of experience in childcare working through the Youth...
Lydia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lydia was prompt and kind, the kids really enjoyed her! Would definitely hire her again. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have been babysitting for almost 10 years, and I absolutely love it. To me, caring for children is less of a job and more of a blessing. It warms my heart to be able to watch kids grow and learn, and to know I've been able to be a positive influence in their life fills me with joy. I have experience with children of all ages,...
Zoe can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Zoe is a very dependable, smart, intuitive woman. She has always had a natural ability with kids, carrying around my children as if they were an extension of her arms. If we lived closer to each other she would probably be working for us and I would have the...
Heather H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Chloe and I am 21 years old. I've been babysitting since I was 11 for many children ages 6 months-12 years old. I love working with kids through volunteering and teaching, I'm currently a Senior at Michigan State University studying elementary education and child development which I'm loving so far!! I have over...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"To whom it may concern,
It is my pleasure to recommend Chloe as a childcare provider. She has cared for our 6 month old son, three times a week for the past 3 months. Chloe always arrived on time, and ready to engage with our son, with a positive attitude. Chloe...
Brianna S.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Ashley. I graduated from MSU in 2019 with a bachelors degree in Packaging & have been working in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) Industry for about 5 years. I have been feeling a pull recently to go back to my roots, and pursue the things I'm most passionate about. So when I was laid off from my corporate...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"We did an interview with Ashley and then had her babysit one morning for all 3 of my boys. She was on time and very respectful. The boys have asked when she can come back and that they had a ton of fun. She never had the TV on or had them playing electronics. They...
Kristie G.
Kaitlin L.
East Lansing, MI
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a fifth year Ph. D. candidate at Michigan State, currently living in East Lansing. I love working with kids of all ages, whether that's on an arts & crafts project or with homework :)
Kaitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kaitlin took care of our baby daily for two weeks and has also done occasional babysitting for us.
She is communicative, friendly, and dependable. She interacts well with our daughter and I feel very lucky that we found her! We already recommended her to friends...
Emily U.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Theano.., I am 18 years old and a freshman in college. I love caring for kids and have been babysitting for a couple years now as well as helping out with my two younger siblings. I am responsible, patient, but also energetic and very compassionate towards children. I have my own car and am willing to drive to any...
Theano can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Theano nannied my 3 year old daughter for several months and was wonderful. She was fun and patient, I felt very comfortable leaving her in Theano's care."
Courtney C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Creative and Nurturing nanny with 3+ years of experience. Seeking a long-term, full-time position with the right family. I have experience with ages ranging from 6-months to 12-years-old and have cared for up to 3 children at a time. I stress the importance of childhood development and encourage activities that will help your...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ashley looked after my 5 year old son for 6-8 hours daily for almost a week. She did an amazing job. My son absolutely loved her and enjoyed her company. Will highly recommend."
Raya A.
Savannah B.
East Lansing, MI
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Savannah and I am 22 years old. I love being around children and taking care of them! I am great with children of all ages but have most experience with children under 3. I am responsible, helpful, kind, fun, and clean. I have a car, and am happy to take children from place to place if needed. Some of my favorite...
Savannah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Savannah is a bright college student who is creative and energetic, leading to many fun and interesting activities with my child. She is trustworthy and demonstrates integrity, and has shown to be a very responsible young lady."
Rachel S.
Briana J.
East Lansing, MI
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Why Have A Boring Sitter When You Can Have A Fun One! Looking To Build A Child's Summer Memories.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a great sitter if you are looking for someone to be active with kids and get them moving. I love doing outdoor activities including chalk, biking, going to the park and more. I'm available for pick-ups and drop-offs as well. I have a degree in Exercise Science & Diagnostic Medical Sonography. I'm a new grad and accepted a...
Briana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Briana came in clutch a few days before we had an event. She was kind and took charge as needed. Would definitely hire her again!"
Christina G.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Over my 6 years of experience I have worked for 7 families. This involved caring for a
premature baby, triplets along with their older sibling, an autistic child, and a child in cancer remission. I helped children work towards their age-appropriate milestones and was able to clearly communicate with parents to understand each...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Autumn and I am a Michigan State student! I am 21 years old, the oldest of four kids (18, 15, 11), so I have been around young ones my whole life. I also have 5 years of babysitting experience, and am CPR and first aid trained. I love to make people laugh, doing arts and crafts, and to bring comforting energy into...
Autumn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Caroline and I'm 19 years old. I'm from East Lansing and am currently a student at Indiana University. I'm home for the summer and am excited to get to work!
Caroline can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
I am 21 years old with 8 years of babysitting experience. I am available for personalized volleyball or basketball training. I also have 1 year of tutoring experience and am available for all subject K-8. References available upon request.
Hello! I am Jess and I am available for part time babysitting or nannying. I am available more nights and weekends. I come from a very large family with 4 sisters and 3 brothers. We've had infants to teenagers so I am familiar with it all. I love kids and would love to hang out with yours!
Jessika can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
In my old hometown, I used to babysit for about four years. I love kids and remember what it was like to be babysat. :)
Sarah can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Emma, and I have been caring for kids of all ages for numerous years. I have several summers of nannying under my belt and feel like I have seen it all! I am currently attending Michigan State University, studying Social Work, and have a real passion for working with kids, and helping them become...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Looking for a babysitting on a regular or as needed basis? Look no further! I have over 10 years of experience babysitting multiple different families. I have taken care of kids as young as infants and up through their teenage years. I am comfortable with multiple kids around at once. I have background in education as well and...
Charlotte can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hi, i'm Hannah and i'm a student at University of Detroit Mercy School of Law. I have been working with kids since I was a freshman in high-school and love babysitting and nannying when I am available.
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Alexandria, and I am excited to have the opportunity to introduce myself as an experienced and reliable babysitter. I have been in childcare for over 4 years working with kiddos ranging from infants to teens of diverse backgrounds, abilities, and personalities. With a valid First Aid and CPR certification, my...
Alexandria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in East Lansing, MI
Madeline G.
5.0
Madeline is an excellent nanny, and I would recommend her to anyone seeking help with child care. We have four young children (now 7, 5, 3.5, & 2), but when Madeline started, they were 6, 4, 2.5 & 1. Even as a mother, that is a lot to handle! Our little guy is, shall we say a "strong-willed" child...
- Kelli L.
Lydia N.
5.0
Lydia was prompt and kind, the kids really enjoyed her! Would definitely hire her again.
- Care member
Zoe S.
5.0
Zoe is a very dependable, smart, intuitive woman. She has always had a natural ability with kids, carrying around my children as if they were an extension of her arms. If we lived closer to each other she would probably be working for us and I would have the utmost confidence that my four kids...
- Heather H.
Chloe V.
5.0
To whom it may concern,
It is my pleasure to recommend Chloe as a childcare provider. She has cared for our 6 month old son, three times a week for the past 3 months. Chloe always arrived on time, and ready to engage with our son, with a positive attitude. Chloe is kind, compassionate, attentive,...
- Brianna S.
Ashley H.
4.0
We did an interview with Ashley and then had her babysit one morning for all 3 of my boys. She was on time and very respectful. The boys have asked when she can come back and that they had a ton of fun. She never had the TV on or had them playing electronics. They were having fun outside! We plan on...
- Kristie G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in East Lansing, MI:
How can I find a East Lansing babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in East Lansing, 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 129 babysitters in East Lansing, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.9. 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 East Lansing, MI?
The average rate for East Lansing, MI babysitters on Care.com is $15.05 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 East Lansing, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in East Lansing, 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 East Lansing, MI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in East Lansing, MI are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 129 listed babysitters.