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60 babysitters are listed in Gowen, MI
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 8 years
Babysitters in Gowen, MI
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Years of experience with children, laundry, housework & household management as both a live in and live out nanny. Also experienced with and open to a nanny share. Dependable transportation, neat and organized, excellent at prioritizing and multi tasking. Enjoy children of all ages. I have a 10/2021 girl that accompanies me to...
Sara can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sara was really great with my boys! Very dependable, great with communication and went above and beyond what was asked to keep our home life balanced! She did a wonderful job distracting my 5 and 3 year old when they were fighting, all while balancing my 5 mo old...
Kristina G.
Hi, I'm Anna! I have experience with nannying, babysitting, school pickups, cooking, and cleaning. I am compassionate, responsible, and reliable. I am CPR certified, have my own transportation, and have a college degree. Send me a message if I sound like a good fit for your family!
12+ years of experience as a caregiver and as a CNA for children, adults, and senior citizens, both with and without physical and mental disabilities. I have 3 kids of my own as well.
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey I'm Katie. I absolutely love children, I am energetic. I love to run around take adventures and paint and play music. I pretty much do it all! I will fall In love with your children and will take my job taking care of the seriously.
I'd describe my personality as loving, energetic, honest
I like working with kids because...
5.0
"Katie is a natural with kids! Right away she knew how to interact with both my preschool-aged child and young toddler. She caters to the kids' interests and prioritizes our family values. Katie is fun, intelligent, dependable, and a good communicator. Very...
Victoria P.
1.0
(1)
Experienced childcare giver dedicated to providing a nurturing and safe environment for children to learn and grow. Patient, compassionate, and creative in engaging children in educational and fun activities. Reliable and communicative, committed to building trusting relationships with both children and parents. Ready to provide...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
I'd describe my personality as energetic, fun, and timely
I like working with kids because they are creative and are so much fun to be around!
I started working with kids when I started being a troop aid for Girl Scouts when I was 12
In my spare time, I like to read, watch TV, and snuggle my pets
One thing you should know...
Lindsay can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, kind-hearted, and hard working.
I've learned through working as a babysitter that patience is key. My main goal is to always make kids feel comfortable and give them a space to be themselves!
I'm looking for a job that can allow me to make extra money in my free time. I just got my...
As a recent WMU graduate with a bachelors of science in OT prep and psychology, I have been working as a nanny throughout my schooling as I work towards becoming a pediatric occupational therapist! I have experience with children ages 2mo-16yrs, as well as children with a range of needs and abilities. During the school year I...
Payton can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Jayden A.
Greenville, MI
$13-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Jayden. I graduated from Greenville high school and I would love to be your next nanny! I have 4 years of experience with children from ages newborn - 10 years. My favorite part about watching children is being able to care and love them as if they were my own. Some things I like to do with children include...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm a mother of 2 and grandmother of 7. I love being around children, and as much as I wish I could full-time watch my grandbabies, their mom is a stay at home mom. I love to have fun and explore fun adventures with them and especially crafty gifts. I just have a lot more love to give;-) I enjoy caring for elderly as...
Raquel can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jordan R.
Greenville, MI
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello!
My name is Jordan,
I would like to tell you a bit about me;
As long as I can remember I have always loved being around kids, I love watching them grow into being their own individuals. I also love seeing how each child shines in their own unique ways! From baby to toddler to teenager, I enjoy bonding with them all!...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Elizabeth C.
Greenville, MI
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings!
Short, sweet, and maybe silly intro:
My name is Elizabeth. I have worked with children since age 12 as a martial arts instructor and babysitter; grew up working in my grandmother's daycare from age 12-18 as well. Continued to work in daycare up until I joined military at age 23 and served 10 years as a medical NCO...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Austyne M.
Greenville, MI
$13-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as kind, fun, and caring.
I like working with kids because it helps me pepare for when I have my own in the future.
I'm looking for a job that understands my hours, and my time schedules for when I'm working at my current job.
I started working with kids when I was about 16, I once babysat 8 kids...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Corrina W.
Lowell, MI
$17-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter (8+ Years) Available On Weekends. Also Have Experience Tutoring, And Music
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have watched kids between the ages of 2 months and 14 years. I enjoy artistic projects with children and love to take kids outside and teach them about the world we live in. I play several instruments, mostly string instruments, and am a decent cook. I worked at a daycare (kids under 5) almost every week for 3 years, then was...
Corrina can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Riley & I just recently relocated back to my hometown of GR after living in Metro Detroit for the past two year. I work as a pediatric speech and language pathologist by day, however am trying to find weekend/date night work!
A little bit about my experience: I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 15, I am...
Riley can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Riley watched our almost 3 year old and 3 month old while my husband and I went to dinner. When we returned, my 3 year old did not want her to leave. We highly recommend Riley!"
Mary N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm Christy! I'm a career nanny, having 14 years of experience. I have experience with children of all ages, newborn to teens, I have experience with twins, and I've had daycare experience in infant rooms (taking care of four babes at once, most days). I love helping kids explore the world around them, going for walks,...
Christine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Christy was our family's nanny for two years, while our child was a toddler and preschooler. She did a great job for us! She is reliable, trustworthy and kind. She took our child on outings to the library and museum and also did some light housekeeping and errands....
Marilyn I.
5.0
(1)
I've been a full-time teacher for 13 years and have taught at public and private schools. I've taught nationally and internationally. I've recently been recognized as a state finalist for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching.
I have experience with tutoring neurodiverse students.
Audry can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have known Audry for about 8 years. She is excellent when working with kids. She respectful, responsible, genuine, emphatic and very caring. Most of the students that have had her class see her a role model. I highly recommend her to take care of your kids. She...
Cindy R.
I am a mother of two beautiful girls, and am looking for a family who needs affordable and reliable care for 1-2 children in my home. In our home we are active, love learning through exploration, and dancing to music! Any child that joins us will be treated as an extension of the family, and get all the love and attention one...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Shelly A.
Sparta, MI
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I started working with kids in high school. I was a nanny for a few summers. After I graduated I worked at a day care while I went to school to become a Registered medical assistant. I am currently looking to be an occasional babysitter after my day job to have the chance to still work with kids. I would describe myself as...
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Kelcey D.
Sand Lake, MI
$15-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Kelcey. I Am 19 Years Old. I Love Children And Animals On All Sizes And Ages
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 21 years old and love taking care of animals and children. I am very outgoing and love getting outside. I love working with kids because they are so happy and excited to see what the world has to offer them. Their imagination runs wild and free showing you so many things from there point of view and they enjoy just about...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Gowen, MI
Sara N.
5.0
Sara is a such a gem! She watched my kids for 2 years (and we continue to use her as a fill in on an as needed basis) starting when they were ages 2 and 4.
She knows exactly what kids need when they are having a hard time.
Sara worked with our family through her entire pregnancy and then...
- Care member
Katie V.
5.0
Katie is a natural with kids! Right away she knew how to interact with both my preschool-aged child and young toddler. She caters to the kids' interests and prioritizes our family values. Katie is fun, intelligent, dependable, and a good communicator. Very respectful to me and the way I parent. I...
- Victoria P.
Riley D.
5.0
Riley watched our almost 3 year old and 3 month old while my husband and I went to dinner. When we returned, my 3 year old did not want her to leave. We highly recommend Riley!
- Mary N.
Christine D.
5.0
Christy was our family's nanny for two years, while our child was a toddler and preschooler. She did a great job for us! She is reliable, trustworthy and kind. She took our child on outings to the library and museum and also did some light housekeeping and errands. I am happy to recommend Christy to...
- Marilyn I.
Audry P.
5.0
I have known Audry for about 8 years. She is excellent when working with kids. She respectful, responsible, genuine, emphatic and very caring. Most of the students that have had her class see her a role model. I highly recommend her to take care of your kids. She is awesome :).
- Cindy R.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Gowen, MI:
How can I find a Gowen babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Gowen, 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 Gowen, 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 Gowen, MI?
The average rate for Gowen, MI babysitters on Care.com is $17.67 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 Gowen, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Gowen, 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.