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Find babysitters in Grand Rapids, MI that you’ll love
315 babysitters are listed in Grand Rapids, MI
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Grand Rapids, MI
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Sarah! Working with children has always been a passion of mine, so I went on to study Early Childhood Education at Cornerstone University. Upon graduation, I worked as a lead teacher in a 12-18 month daycare classroom before becoming a professional nanny.
I have a decade of lifeguarding experience, so I take water...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We felt that our 5 month old was in excellent hands with Sarah on our night out while on vacation. She was punctual, professional and highly qualified to care for our infant. We absolutely recommend her!"
Peter B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm a kindergarten teacher, looking to get back into nannying this summer! I am so passionate about teaching and caring for children. Outside of my 3 years as a teacher, I've been an after-school nanny and a summer nanny for 6+ years. My favorite parts of caring for children include helping littles learn through play,...
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tori is amazing! We are so sad she isn't able to work with us moving forward do to her school schedule... She has been amazing during this dry challenging school year and our daughter just loves her! She goes the extra mile everyday. Anyone would be lucky to...
Christel K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in child care since I was 13 years old. I have worked with all ages ranging from newborns to teenagers. I have spent a lot of time working with special needs children too. I am currently a resident at Nemours Children's Hospital and I enjoy babysitting in my free time. I'd be a great fit if you were looking...
Alissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Alissa was great with our infant and very accommodating with our schedules!"
Kelsey P.
Julia M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Julia! I am an avid reader and love the outdoors. When I babysit my favorite activities (weather dependent) is taking the kiddos outside to the beach, library, or park! If the weather is cold or does not support inside activities my second plan is cooking, playing, or crafting! There is always something creative and...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Julia is awesome and if she hadn't already accepted a full time job, I would be begging her to be my permanent home helper. She's great with the kids and making my home life easier."
Lisa R.
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Court. I live in Grand Rapids & I am a Registered Nurse at one of the ERs in downtown GR. I have been assisting with childcare since I was 14 years old & have always loved helping families with their children.
I'd describe myself as a loving, open-minded, & reliable individual.
My skills include:
- compassion &...
Court can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Court is such an incredible caretaker for our son. She is patient, reliable, and energetic. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have been babysitting for the past 9 years. My experience goes past just babysitting. I also worked as a before/after school care giver for 5 years in a private christian school. In addition to that I was also a Preschool aid for the two years following my graduation from High school. I have experience with children with...
Jessalynn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jessa has a huge heart and loves kids. She is a natural and we call her Mama J because of her love and passion for caring for children. She is willing to go above and beyond and do whatever you need. I highly recommend Jessa for anyone looking for a dependable and...
Jennifer C.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm an experienced nanny/babysitter looking for work in the Grand Rapids area. I have 8 years of experience Working with three different families. I have worked with kids ages newborn to 12 years old. Kids love me because I'm fun, respectful, caring, and responsible. They will feel safe with me and safety is my number one...
5.0
"Sam is punctual, reliable and dependable. We will definitely be hiring her again!"
Jeffrey K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I often babysit my 5 younger siblings and have for the last 5 years -who's ages are 3, 7, 9, 12, and 15- and I had a summer babysitting job for a 4 and 6-year-old. I am calm in a crisis due to one of my siblings having a severe milk allergy and another one having seizures. I have a permit to drive and will be getting my license...
Emilee can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Emilee is a very mature responsible sweet young lady an more then able to care for your children.
She has gained many years experience with being the oldest of six siblings including one that has severe allergies.
She has been caring for her siblings all her life...
Barbara S.
Alicianna M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Worked with kids Newborn - 12 Years..
I have Experience babysitting/nannying for about 6+ years and looking to make it more of a profession for the time being. I have experience in a in-home daycare.
Im in college at GRCC for child psychology.
I'm 21 years old and the oldest of 6 siblings and 2nd oldest of approx. 17...
Alicianna can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alicianna was fantastic! She is dependable, energetic, flexible, and punctual. My children adored her and requested she moved with us when we relocated!! Hands down, I would re-hire Alicianna! She is the Best!!"
Stacey M.
Catalina H.
Grand Rapids, MI
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I just moved to the area and looking to Nanny, babysit, pet sit or elder sit! I graduated with my LPN and have been babysitting since I was 13 years old watching all ages. I've worked at a nursing home for two years and loved every minute. I worked at a group home for troubled youth in the system for two years and loved that job...
Catalina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Our little 1yr old warmed up to Catalina instantly, as did we. Catalina went above and beyond to make sure everything was done perfectly, and wasn't afraid to ask questions. She made great observations of our little one, taught her lots of fun things, and shared...
Alissa G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as adaptable, bubbly and driven!
I like working with kids because they make me feel like a kid again. I love using my imagination with them and being able to see the world through their eyes a bit.
I started working with kids when I was very young. I grew up as the oldest sister and have always...
5.0
"Jessica was so good with my daughter. Even prior to meeting, she did a video call to answer any questions or concerns. She sent updates on my daughter through the night while she watched her. I would definitely recommend her, and hire her again! She was a pleasure...
Reema P.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have +7 years of babysitting experience with children of all ages.
I speak Portuguese and English fluently, intermediate Spanish.
Certifications:
-CPR/ First Aid
-Child behavior, development
-Child care health and safety
-Healthy cooking for kids
-Infancy and the First Two years.
-psychology of education
-Newborn sleeping...
Helen can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kiddos loved Helen! She is helping us take a regular date night. My son (9) loves the how she listens with painstaking detail (😂) about every football card he describes, and my daughter(8) loves hanging and chatting with her. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello perspective family! I have a bachelors in hospitality management and business from the University of Alabama and just recently got married and moved to Grand Rapids:) I have had many experiences babysitting, pet sitting and house sitting and would be more than happy to provide references upon request for you! A little...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is great! Very kind very friendly a great friend even years later!"
Alexis P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Thank you for reading my profile! I am a patient, affectionate, fun and reliable person with 4 years of experience in babysitting. I am also a mum and an aunt to 6 nieces and nephews whom I've had the experience of taking care of tutoring, storytelling, teaching art and cursive writing! I genuinely love kids, and enjoy seeing...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is reliable and very friendly, my son lived having her as a babysitter."
David C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madelyn, and I am a 2nd Grade Teacher. I have been teaching for the past 4 years and absolutely love what I do. I am looking for a part-time job this summer. I grew up babysitting 3 different families. Each family was unique with different needs. I have cared for infants, toddlers, and school aged kids. It was a...
Madelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We couldn't have asked for a better nanny with Madelyn. She worked fantastically with our son and did many small chores around the home as well. We rarely needed to explain much as she was very observant and caught on quickly. We will miss her as our nanny!"
Alex W.
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Mariah and I am 23 years old. I have 4 years of babysitting experience with ages ranging from newborn- teen. I would love to get to know a family and help their little grow/thrive in all aspects of life. Here are some of my favorite qualities about myself: I am trustworthy, nurturing, fun, creative, patient,...
Mariah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Thank you for taking such great care of my home. I have been very pleased with your service and I am so thankful jamie selected you to clean for us! Mariah did an awesome job, she can clean better than I do! I feel like my house is brand new again! Thank you!"
Care member
Amanda G.
Grand Rapids, MI
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Over 10+ Years Experience, Energetic Professional Ready To Entertain Your Child/Children & Or Pets!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Amanda & I'd love to apply for your position. I took a babysitter course through our local hospital where I worked as a nurse assistant. I have lots of childcare experience from the age of 14. I've cared for infants to pre-teens, including children on the spectrum or with seizure disorders. (My ex-husband had...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amanda was very reliable, full of energy & helped with things around the house while she cared for our son last summer! She took him places all the time & was fully engaged with him while my husband & I were at work, sending us pictures & texts frequently to always...
Sarah D.
5.0
(2)
Hello! Thank you in advance to taking the time to read a little bit about me!
Childcare Working History:
I have been a nanny & babysitter since I was 15. Through high school I worked summers, and occasionally through the school year for a family of 3, until they got old enough after I graduated. I then worked for a family of 2...
Codibrianne can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Codi has babysat for us for several years. She is great with the kids. She is very reliable. She cooks healthy meals for our kids and does lots of crafts with them. She has also taken care of our pets while we have been on vacation. We have two golden retrievers...
WHITNEY A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a middle child of nine, I grew up in a house full of little ones. I had regular babysitting jobs through high school and college. A graduate of Michian State University, I am passionate about Theatre and other arts, vegetable gardening, and social justice. I love hanging out with kiddos, being outside, and playing games.
I...
Angelica can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Chaylynn A.
Grand Rapids, MI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Being a mom myself to my 5-year-old daughter, I fully understand what it takes to care for littles!
I have over 13 years of experience caring and working with children from various ages as young as newborn up to teenager and 10 years of nannying professionally.
In the past I went on a mission trip where I was living and...
Chaylynn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Chay to be our nanny when our daughter was 3 months old and she has been great with her! We would have continued to use Chay if it were not for her relocating to a different state. She has only worked for us for a short time but we know that she would...
Katrina B.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Grand Rapids, MI
Sarah D.
5.0
We felt that our 5 month old was in excellent hands with Sarah on our night out while on vacation. She was punctual, professional and highly qualified to care for our infant. We absolutely recommend her!
- Peter B.
Victoria C.
5.0
Tori is amazing! We are so sad she isn't able to work with us moving forward do to her school schedule... She has been amazing during this dry challenging school year and our daughter just loves her! She goes the extra mile everyday. Anyone would be lucky to have Tori as their caregiver.
- Christel K.
Alissa E.
5.0
She was lovely and handled bedtime with our little baby well!
- Sarah R.
Julia M.
5.0
Julia is awesome and if she hadn't already accepted a full time job, I would be begging her to be my permanent home helper. She's great with the kids and making my home life easier.
- Lisa R.
Court G.
5.0
Court is such an incredible caretaker for our son. She is patient, reliable, and energetic.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Grand Rapids, MI:
How can I find a Grand Rapids babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Grand Rapids, 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 315 babysitters in Grand Rapids, 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 Grand Rapids, MI?
The average rate for Grand Rapids, MI babysitters on Care.com is $16.61 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 Grand Rapids, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Grand Rapids, 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 Grand Rapids, MI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in Grand Rapids, MI are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 83 reviews of the 315 listed babysitters.