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60 babysitters are listed in Ferndale, MI
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Ferndale, MI
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Victoria and I'm 27 years old. I have been babysitting since I was 12, worked at two children's play places (one of which I was in management), and was employed full time at a daycare for two and a half years and was a private nanny for 2 and a half years before leaving to work in the medical field. After the...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We highly recommend Victoria. She took care of our 16 month old son several days each week over the last 9 months as he transitioned through some big milestones from crawling to walking, talking and now, running around and was terrific through each stage. She is...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Kenedi, I am 25 years old. I am a Hairstylist and college student. I have experience with children from infant to teen. I used to babysit my nieces and nephews growing up and for the last 2 years have watched kids from ages 5months - 5 years old. I am a fun and patient babysitter who understands every child has different...
Kenedi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We can’t say enough good things about Kenedi and I think our 2 year old would agree! Knowing our daughter is happy and well taken care of makes going to work so much easier and Seeing how excited she gets when Kenedi comes over makes my mom heart happy. Kenedi...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am mom to a 14-year-old boy and 16-year-old girl. I am also a full time kindergarten teacher. I am just looking to pick up a few hours here and there. I am available to watch your child in my home or your home. I am also available for overnights if you need a date night and don't want to pick your child up at midnight. I would...
Stacey can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Stacey was amazing with my girls. She was flexible and her kids and my kids played so nicely together. I would recommend her always!"
Elise H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Joycelynn/josie for short
I'm a private caregiver that specializes in spinal cord injuries. I also have many years of experience with elderly dementia, Alzheimer, clients . I have no children of my own but have a lot of experience with children of many age levels and have worked with autistic and children of many...
Joycelynn can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My two daughters love Joycelynn! They always look forward to her visits! We were new to the area and don't have any family members around. She was the first person to watch our kids that wasn't a family member and we are so relieved to have found her! She is always...
Paul W.
Hi! My name is Abbey, I'm 24 years old, and I've had experience babysitting ever since I can remember. My mom was a nanny when I was growing up, so I would always help her out when she needed an extra hand, and in doing so I learned a lot about childcare. Ever since then I've babysat children of all ages, and I have experience...
Abbey can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Jessica C.
Ferndale, MI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have over 10 years years of experience. I can help with travel, sports, tutoring, crafts. I was a college soccer player and graduated with a degree in biology/pre-med. I graduate from medical school in May and will be pursuing a residency position in pediatrics. I have experience babysitting children of all ages, worked as a...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Kara M.
Ferndale, MI
$40-46/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, kind, and honest.
I started working with kids when I was 18 years old, interning at a local preschool. I have experience in day care/ preschool and individual family care. I just ended a 17 year run as an early childhood teacher at a Public School where I taught kindergarten and first...
Skills:
Early Education
Anna H.
Ferndale, MI
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Anna, I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have experience with kids of all ages. I even have over a year experience being an ABA technician. I am currently in grad school at Wayne State university studying to be a Speech-Language Pathologist. I have had experience with little ones as young as...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Haley M.
Ferndale, MI
$18-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm 24 years old
I live in Rochester Hills
I worked as a teachers assistant in 2019 and got promoted to lead teacher after a year. All together I worked at the daycare for 3 years and quit to work more flexible hours as a nanny. I've been a full time nanny for almost 2 years now and I plan to continue for most of 2023.
I've...
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
I am a Kindergarten teacher looking to help out a local family over the summer. I have been teaching for 7 years, and before that I was a professional nanny for 8 years.
I will be bringing my son with me (3 years old) and thats why my hourly rate is so low. Ideally, I would find a family with children similar in age.
I am...
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, creative, social
I like working with kids because I think that kids genuinely are some of the wisest people there are sometimes a lot about kindness creativity and empathy can be learned and observed in our youth!
I'm looking for a job that allows me to help others while learning daily...
Chloe C.
Ferndale, MI
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Carpooling along with any other tasks needed from me. I am patient, hardworking and love to get a job done. I love getting creative and coming up with activities to keep busy. I enjoy caring for children and ensuring that they have the most positive and safe...
Chloe can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Tatum Z.
Ferndale, MI
$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Tatum.
I am graduate with a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Oakland University.
I am someone who genuinely cares about the wellbeing of children and animals. Many people notice that I am very good with kids and dogs. I was a nanny for 4. 5 years. I cared for him from 8 months to 5 years old. I have plenty of...
I started working with kids when I got a job at the Grand Rapids Children's Museum. After about 8 months there, I really wanted to start teaching and found a preschool position out there as well. When I graduated from GVSU, I moved in with my brother in Ferndale and currently work at Scholar Creative in Royal Oak. I figured I...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I'm an enthusiastic and experienced childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. I've spent the last three years caring for children of various ages, from infants to preteens. I'm known for my patience, calming nature, and ability to connect with children on their level.
I believe in...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am currently a SAHP to a 4 and 6 yo, whom I homeschool. Before having children, I worked in a classroom for the 6. 5 years both as an assistant teacher and lead teacher. I have experience working with children from as young as 3 months up to 6 years in a school setting. I also have experience as a reading tutor for working...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Gabby M.
Hazel Park, MI
$20-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, there! My career as a babysitter began when my first nephew (who has special needs) was born when I was just 7 years old. From this time on, I was a mommy's helper and this continued on as my sister gave me another niece and nephew. By the time I was 12 years old, I had about a dozen little cousins and my niece and nephews...
Gabby can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gabby is very attentive and loving to our daughter. We absolutely love her."
Lisa R.
5.0
(5)
Since I took a babysitting class at 12, I have loved watching children. I am always the adult at the kids table.
Previously , I have cared for many families as a professional nanny.
Examples:
-Family of four children: 1, 3, 5 and 7-year-old as well as a dog.
-Family of two had a newborn and 6-year-old.
-I spent one summer...
Leah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Leah has worked for our family nannying and dog sitting for two years. She loves our children and they absolutely adore her. Leah is fun, creative, responsible, loving yet is able to set boundaries for the children. You would be lucky to hire Leah!!"
Anna P.
Emma M.
Clawson, MI
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello!
I am a young sitter that loves to enjoy the outside weather and that is fun and kind !
I'd describe my self as respectful, responsible, patient and outgoing.
I started babysitting my nephews at the ages of newborn to 5 years old for about 3 years. I love taking the kids out on walks or to the playground so they can...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our family absolutely loved Emma. She’s extremely mature, responsible, conscientious, loving, and fun. Honestly, I really can’t say enough positive things about her and our experience together. We consider her an extended part of our forever family now. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Mia! I have 8 years of professional childcare experience. I have worked with kids ages 3 months - 10 years. I am creative, adventurous, and caring. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out.
Mia can also help with: Carpooling
5.0
"My kids really enjoyed Mia sitting them. She picked them up from school, took them to parks and played with them."
Brian K.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ferndale, MI
Victoria S.
5.0
We highly recommend Victoria. She took care of our 16 month old son several days each week over the last 9 months as he transitioned through some big milestones from crawling to walking, talking and now, running around and was terrific through each stage. She is extremely reliable, conscientious,...
- Care member
Kenedi G.
5.0
We can’t say enough good things about Kenedi and I think our 2 year old would agree! Knowing our daughter is happy and well taken care of makes going to work so much easier and Seeing how excited she gets when Kenedi comes over makes my mom heart happy. Kenedi always has creative things for her to...
- Care member
Stacey M.
5.0
Stacey was amazing with my girls. She was flexible and her kids and my kids played so nicely together. I would recommend her always!
- Elise H.
Joycelynn H.
5.0
My two daughters love Joycelynn! They always look forward to her visits! We were new to the area and don't have any family members around. She was the first person to watch our kids that wasn't a family member and we are so relieved to have found her! She is always on time, friendly, and respectful....
- Paul W.
Gabby M.
5.0
My girls love Gabby! She is reliable, flexible and sweet! So thankful we found her!
- Gina S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ferndale, MI:
How can I find a Ferndale babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ferndale, 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 16 babysitters in Ferndale, 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 Ferndale, MI?
The average rate for Ferndale, MI babysitters on Care.com is $21.19 per hour as of December 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 Ferndale, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ferndale, 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.
Ratings for Ferndale, MI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Ferndale, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.