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319 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
Madison S.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a childcare provider with six years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. I believe in supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option for them.
I'm...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Angelita L.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a patient, calm, and creative childcare provider with 2 years of experience caring for children aged 4-5. My passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles. When it comes to communication, I happily follow the parents' preferred method to ensure a consistent approach to their child's...
Lauren T.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for nurturing and educating young minds. My previous experience includes babysitting roles, where I witnessed firsthand the positive impact I could have on children's lives, which inspired me to pursue a career in childcare. I'm known for my patient and friendly demeanor, and...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified English as a Second Language Teacher that managed multiple classrooms at a time. I taught swim lessons and was a lifeguard for 9 years. Previously CPR/First Aid certified - exp. 1 year ago but skills are still present/relevant.
I have a Bachelors and Masters degree in Public Health.
Have been a nanny...
Ali can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Saniy S.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I am Saniy and I am 20 years old, I'm a passionate childcare provider with 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm dedicated to fostering children's growth and development, and I have a positive experience in previous babysitting roles. I enjoy communicating with parents about their child's day or any...
Saniy can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Franciele M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Franciele,
I am from Brazil and have been living in the U. S. for 8 years. I started as an au pair from 2016 to 2018, caring for children and building meaningful relationships with families. After the program, I worked as a live-in nanny with one family for almost 2 years and later joined another family for...
My name is Abbey and due to my classes being online, I have a lot of availability. I am looking for long term work in or around the Grand Rapids area. My experience with nannying includes years of babysitting for multiple families and different age groups of children. I have experience with infants, toddlers and older kids. My...
Abbey can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Sophia, I moved to Grand Rapids a few years ago to complete my bachelor's in sonography to be an ultrasound technician. I have 2 associate degrees in business and economics. I have been a professional paid nanny for almost 6 years. I do not smoke and have a very clean driving record. I am CPR certified and...
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Audrey H.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have been babysitting since I was a junior in high school, starting with the children of family friends. The ages varied from 4-7. In the Summer of 2018 I started working at a childcare center and continued working there a few weeks in the fall and winter when I was home from school. I was in charge of watching children from...
Audrey can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Rachel E.
Grand Rapids, MI
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Rachel and I am a 27-year-old registered nurse living in Grand Rapids. I started working with children when I was in college at Michigan State 9 years ago. I have worked jobs ranging from casual babysitting to full time nannying in the summer. I have experience working with children of all age ranges including...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 30-year-old woman with eight years of nanny experience. I am CPR certified, vaccinated, I have my own car, and have previous medical field experience. It all started back when I was a little girl, I always wanted to be a "mothers helper". Through school years I did a lot of babysitting. When I entered adulthood I...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I just graduated with a degree in Biology in Michigan, and recently moved to Savannah to live with family. I have 8+ years of experience with kids, nannying, babysitting, camp counseling, and running day camps/programs. I am CPR/first aid certified, and am comfortable doing light housework, cooking, and keeping the kids (and...
Joanna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Emaline G.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emaline and I have been a professional nanny for 5 years, with 11 years of babysitting experience. I love helping kids grow and learn through play and activities! I worked at Head Start for Kent County as an assistant teacher in both 3&4-year-old classrooms, so I know the preparation needed for children to excel...
Anna Y.
Grand Rapids, MI
$10-16/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced and dedicated childcare provider with a passion for nurturing and educating children. My journey into childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of supporting families and positively impacting young lives. I've been a professional caregiver for three years and am comfortable...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
I've nannied many different families over the past years with children ranging from 1-10 years old. Care. com has previously connected me to 2 awesome families I nannied for, and I am once again hoping to find a part-time nannying job! In May I graduated from Hope College (business major, communications minor), but I am...
Elena can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! Babysitting has been the most consistent job over the years for me and I love it. I am the type of babysitter to play with the kids and want to spend time with them. I love to try new things and want to make sure the kids I'm watching are having fun. I love to cook therefore, I am able to cook meals for the kids or the...
Catharina can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Katie was an amazing sitter, playmate, and friend for our 2 year old this past summer! She has high energy, is kind and present with little ones, and is responsible. He had a blast on "Katie days." I'd highly recommend working with Katie! "
Kristen C.
Marisa M.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Marisa and I'm 23 years old. I'm on this site to find the right family to either babysit or nanny for around the Grand Rapids area. I graduated with my bachelors degree last spring and after a year of career experience I'd like to go back to childcare for a while before I go back to school! I'm currently looking...
Marisa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Jamie D.
Grand Rapids, MI
$18-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello there! I am a 25-year-old who loves to be around kids. I have a few nephews and a niece, and I have had many years of babysitting experience. I am looking for part time as I do work as a hairstylist as well. I am a Christian and enjoy reading, being outdoors, and spending time with family. I like to read, go outside, do...
Jamie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Christie V.
Grand Rapids, MI
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a college student at Rice University. I love working with kids and pets! Still a kid at heart so I will make the best babysitter and friend for your kids! I have a little pup of my own at home so I am very happy to take care of your pets too!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Brittney. I graduated from Ferris State in 2020 with a Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education. While attending college, I was employed at the Early Learning Center as an infant/toddler caregiver. I am now a 4-year-old teacher at Head Start! I've been with Head Start for 4 years now. I am very reliable and would...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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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 319 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 $16.57 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 319 listed babysitters.