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311 babysitters are listed in Grand Rapids, MI
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Grand Rapids, MI
5.0
(1)
I love working with kids because I get to witness their development and make long lasting relationships with them and their families.
Frances can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Frannie is has great attention to detail and cares about the job she is doing. I would definitely hire her again! -Matt"
Care member
Annika G.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Annika! I enjoy being outside, reading, am a creative/artistic person and animal lover. I have loved children for as long as I can remember and really enjoy being a nanny. For the past 5 years, I have provided childcare and gained a lot of experience with multiple children, ages newborn-12 years. I love that I am able...
Annika can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
5.0
"Annika has been one of the greatest gifts to our family! She has truly become a part of our life and we are so thankful for our time together. We are so sad to be moving and whoever gets to work with Annika will be the absolute luckiest. As first time parents, we...
Gaby W.
Alexa L.
Grand Rapids, MI
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alexa and I am a 23 yr old kid lover. During my senior year of highschool I took a lifeguarding class (includes CPR) and an early childhood education course, followed by coaching 3 to 15 yr olds, nannying for 5 years, and watching/ loving on my nieces and nephews ages 2 months to 5 1/2 years. The past couple...
Alexa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Alexa was the nanny to our 2 daughters ages 3 and 4 for one school year. We all (parents included) loved having Alexa as our nanny! Alexa always made sure our girls stayed on schedule, were fed, dressed, hair done, and teeth brushed faster than we could do it...
Mandy P.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had nine years of child experience. I started babysitting when I was 12 for a family of five and have branched out to different families in my church and in the community around us. I recently had a job at a daycare where I was CPR certified and first aid certified. I have 8 siblings, me being the oldest at 20 and the...
Annika can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
My mom was a daycare provider my whole life, and I would often help her take care of children that ranged from newborn to 6 years old. On the weekends, I would often babysit for the parents of those children. I have coached soccer to kids from ages 3-6 as well.
I am a very loving, fun, and adventurous. Playing with kids and...
Halsey can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kelsey, I am a certified teacher and past camp counselor! I have been babysitting since age 12 and love getting to know kids.
I am CPR/First Aid certified, and have lots if experience with children of varying abilities!
Kelsey can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, my name is Hannah. I have at least 10 years of experience working with children of all ages, backgrounds and needs. Previously, I worked within the Child Welfare system for 4 years. I recently became a Support Coordinator for children who present with developmental disabilities. I love working with children.
I am...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Erin V.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
Occupational Therapy Student Seeking Part Time Babysitter/Nanny Position
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Erin! I am a kind, creative, fun loving, person looking for a part time position. I have 3+ years working professionally as a nanny for children ages 2-8. I am currently in school studying Occupational Therapy Assistance and plan to work in pediatrics after graduating. I currently work as a neuro rehabilitation...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I am a teacher and I am looking for a flexible and part time job over the summer! I love working with kids of all ages and I have over 15 years of babysitting and summer nanny experience. I am organized, patient, reliable and love to plan new crafts and experiences for kids to participate in. I look forward to providing your...
Dana can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
***ATTN: Friendly to LGBTQ+, all religions, all races/nationalities/ethnicities. ZERO tolerance for discrimination here.***
Although I am an introvert & I tend to come off as shy, I open up pretty easily & am very easy to talk to. I love conversation & being playful with kids, pets, etc. I would never do anything to disrespect...
Danielle Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
With over a decade of experience as a nanny and babysitter, I've had the pleasure of caring for children of all ages, from infants to teens. My background includes working with children with special needs, such as blindness, visual impairments, and developmental disabilities. I also spent two summers as a pre-primary assistant...
Gianna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Jordyn A.
Grand Rapids, MI
$12-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Looking For A Full-Time Position
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jordyn. I am a kindergarten teacher and have experience caring for children ranging from ages 6 months-12 years of age, and experience student teaching and tutoring in lower elementary, upper elementary, middle school, and high school classrooms. The biggest joy of my day is spending time with children! I also...
Jordyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Azure R.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Part-Time And Some Week Nights
I am a high school math teacher looking to make some extra money during the summer. My fiancé and I recently bought a house and are planning our July 2025 wedding. I am certified to teach 6-12 grade math and health. I have lots of experience working with all ages. I have 5 years of summer camp experience where I was a counselor,...
Azure can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have nearly a decade of experience working with children of all ages, from the newborn stage through the teenage years. I have been responsible for a variety of needs, including meal preparation, light housekeeping, carpooling, administering medication, engaging in age-appropriate play, and successfully completing even...
Karolyn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Babysit for neighbors, family friends, church families, and families through my school's little eagles basketball program. I have loved kids for as long as I can remember and absolutely love hanging out with them and having fun.
Courtney can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have experience with ages bewteen 3 months to 10 years. Can provide a variety of care between meals, activities, bedtime, changing if needed etc. Cleaning up is always a must with me. If theres time like nap times, I can provide a deeper cleaning to keep busy. I am also okay with any animals and pet cares for them. I spent a...
Jasmin can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a college student that loves interacting with kids. I have been an assistant teacher/ demonstrator at my dance studio for children ages 3-12 for about 6 years. I have been babysitting for family and friends for almost 4 years. I am outgoing, energetic, creative, and fun. I love working with children.
Geselle can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Hannah. I am available all day Saturday and Sunday, and have several years experience babysitting. I started babysitting for family when I was 11 years old. Through care. com I have babysat for families needing last minute one-time care, a 3-year-old, and a nanny position of 3 kids. I also have a 9-month-old of...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
I am married and recently went to part time as a clinical social worker at a local Psychiatric Hospital following the birth of my first child. I have mainly worked with children/adolescent population but also have experience working with adults and children. I have consistently babysat for both date nights and long-term...
Elise can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a reliable, creative and fun 25-year-old college graduate with 10 years of babysitting and nannying experience.
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Grand Rapids, MI
Frances T.
5.0
Frannie is has great attention to detail and cares about the job she is doing. I would definitely hire her again! -Matt
- Care member
Annika G.
5.0
Annika has been one of the greatest gifts to our family! She has truly become a part of our life and we are so thankful for our time together. We are so sad to be moving and whoever gets to work with Annika will be the absolute luckiest. As first time parents, we could not trust Annika more with our...
- Gaby W.
Alexa L.
5.0
Alexa was the nanny to our 2 daughters ages 3 and 4 for one school year. We all (parents included) loved having Alexa as our nanny! Alexa always made sure our girls stayed on schedule, were fed, dressed, hair done, and teeth brushed faster than we could do it ourselves. She kept our girls very...
- Mandy P.
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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 311 babysitters in Grand Rapids, MI on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 $16.53 per hour as of November 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 Grand Rapids, MI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Grand Rapids, 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 Grand Rapids, MI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Grand Rapids, MI are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 85 reviews of the 311 listed babysitters.