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316 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
Alivia G.
Grand Rapids, MI
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Looking For A Summer Nanny To Keep Your Little Ones Entertained? I'm Your Girl!
Hi! My name is Alivia! I'm 22 years old and a student at GVSU studying speech and language pathology. I have been working in childcare since the age of 13, starting with babysitting for family and friends. I have been working in daycare settings since the age of 16, giving me plenty of experience working with children aging from...
Alivia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi! My name is Jenna and I adore watching kids! I started babysitting my brother when I was young and babysitting for family friends until I had a car. Once I had a car I was working with multiple families watching their children on a regular basis. I love doing arts and crafts, going outside, and finding something new to do...
Jenna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Taryn K.
Grand Rapids, MI
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello my name is Taryn, I'm from northern MI and currently a gvsu student. l am 20 years old and have been babysitting/nannying since I was around 12 years old. I love playing games and building a bond with every kid I babysit for. I am looking for a nanny job that is 3-4 days a week. I love to cook and help out around the house...
Taryn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Abbey, and I am a full time college student working part-time (full time in the summer). I have not been on this site since 2018 - specifically, back in my hometown of Plainfield, IL. I currently reside in Grand Rapids. For this summer, I'm very flexible and can provide short notice care. I love interacting...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kendall H.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name Kendall, and I am a student at GVSU studying Biomedical Sciences-Pre - Med! Ive worked as a medical assistant for 2 years and I've been babysitting/nannying here and there for 5+ years. I've always loved kids, working with them, playing with them and mentoring them! I always said if medicine didn't work out, I...
Kendall can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Madi and I love working with kids! I have coached gymnastics since I was 12 and about a year ago started working at a preschool. I go to GVSU and am an elementary education major. Due to my work and school schedule I am only available on the weekends, but that makes me a perfect babysitter for date nights! :)
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Mykala V.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver Available On Weeknights And After School Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Mykala! I am a recent graduate from Central Michigan University where I studied Therapeutic Recreation with a minor in Disability Studies and Community Inclusion. I have 10+ years of experience in caretaking (children and adults). I currently work part time as a recreation therapist and I'm looking for week night/...
Mykala can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I started working with kids when I was 11 years old babysitting my younger siblings. I am the oldest of 7 kids. I am good with chaos!
Hey! I'm Elise and I'm a high school senior with babysitting experience as well as experience at my church's nursery. I speak some Spanish and work part-time at Urban Outfitters. I love kids, dogs, cats, etc. and am generally pretty flexible.
I love working with kids because they're just so creative and fun to be around
In my...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Zoe B.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Zoë. I've been caring for children through babysitting and sports coaching for many years now. I'm passionate about providing them an environment where they feel safe and are comfortable to thrive creatively.
I'm friendly and approachable. I love meeting new people and am an extrovert.
I'm willing to communicate with...
Emily S.
Grand Rapids, MI
$13-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Emily, I am currently a senior finance student at Michigan State University. I have been a part time babysitter ever since I was in middle school, and have spent many summers as a full time nanny. I have cared for children ages 4 months to 14, and have cared for 5 children at one time! I am looking for a part time...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Kelli. I am 33 and have a lot of experience with children of all ages. My previous position was the 5th/6th grade teacher at a school in Wayland. Just before that, I worked at the Grand Rapids Early Discovery Center as a primary teacher/caregiver in an infant room. I have been babysitting for some of the children...
Kelli can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am the 5th of 10 children, and have been a nanny/babysitter for various children in the age range of 5 months-12 years old. I am very comfortable with pets. I like being outdoors, I have my own car, and am studying. I am looking for a part-time job that I can work as well as attending school.
Jean can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Alex M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Alex. I have about seven years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have cared for children between the ages of 6 months to 12 years old. I have experience driving children places, swimming supervision and caring for them while they are sick. I have worked most of my experience as a...
Alex can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Marian K.
Grand Rapids, MI
$12-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Marian, I'm a 22-year-old experienced babysitter looking to help out some families this summer with keeping an eye on their kiddos! I love doing crafts, playing outside, reading, and having fun! I'm currently a graduate student at Grand Valley State University studying school psychology, and I'll be staying in East Grand...
Marian can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CNA
Jacqueline U.
Grand Rapids, MI
$12-17/hr • 3 yrs exp
I love working with kids of all ages and can also help with housekeeping. I've been babysitting for more than 3 years. I also have some experience pet-sitting.
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
I'm currently working at MVP Sportsplex in The kidstuff department which cares for infants up 11 years old. I also have done three years of babysitting.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ashah A.
Grand Rapids, MI
$12-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I am an experienced babysitter born and raised in Grand Rapids, MI. I am currently a Senior at Central Michigan University, studying child developmental psychology as well as working part-time as a Life Insurance sales representative. I have always loved working with kids and learning about child development, as well as...
Ashah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a school based occupational therapist, looking to work during the summer. I have years of experience with babysitting/nannying and working with pediatrics in outpatient and schools.
Skills:
First Aid
Delaney E.
Grand Rapids, MI
$16/hr • 6 yrs exp
I graduated from Indiana University with a degree I Human Biology. I am currently in my gap year and looking for some extra work on weekends/nights while I work at my 9-5 during the weekdays. I started babysitting when I was 14 years old. For 3 summers in a row a cared for one girl who was 8 when I first met her. The summer...
Delaney can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
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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 316 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 $16.58 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 Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Grand Rapids, MI are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 82 reviews of the 316 listed babysitters.